7 Transportation Admin jobs in South Africa

Job Title: Logistics Administrator

Location: Rondebosch

We are a logistics company seeking an experienced and dynamic Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate must be highly organized, a fast learner, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain administrative tasks within the logistics department.
• Work on Sage and Navis to ensure accurate and efficient processing.
• Handle data entry, documentation, and record-keeping.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders as needed.

Requirements:

• Minimum of Grade 12 (Matric certificate).
• Experience working with Sage and the Navis system is essential.
• Must be a quick learner and adaptable to new systems and procedures.
• Valid driver's license (own car will be advantages).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work in a growing company with potential for advancement.
• Supportive and dynamic work environment.

Please provide your CV with contactable reference and salary expectations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From R9 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Have you worked on sage Accounting?
• Have you worked on Navis?

Experience:

• Logistics admin: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person

• Application Deadline: 16 November 2025
• Job Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
• Job Title: Logistics Administrator
• Education Level: Certificate
• Job Level: Intermediate
• Minimum Experience: 1 - 3 Years

Do you have two years' experience involved with the distribution and movement of stock? Our client based in Westlake requires your logistics administration skills to join their team to improve customer service, increase efficiency with deliveries and overall profitability of the business.

Duties will include dealing with suppliers in China, freight forwarders, tracking shipments, customs and couriers.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 with at least 2 years' experience in a similar role/ Warehousing/ Stock Control
• Qualification in International Freight Management/ Transport Economics or Supply Chain Management Advantageous
• Understanding of international import supply chain management
• Knowledge of domestic warehousing and courier operations
• Intermediate skills in Excel and SharePoint
• Strong administrative & numerical skills
• Demonstrated commercial acumen
• Working knowledge of CRM and ERP system – MS Business Central advantageous
• Highly professional with good written and spoken skills in English

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the movement and storage of international inbound shipments
• Receipting of stock, track all shipments via waybill numbers
• Liaise with suppliers (China) and freight forwarders
• Track Customs clearance status and escalate as required.
• Liaise with the outsourced warehouse & couriers.
• Receipting, picking, packing and dispatching of stock
• Ensure shipments arrive as scheduled, stock is checked, unpacked & relabelled
• Maintenance of the store and ordering of store consumables
• Record and control all stock leaving the Stores.
• Complete supplier, freight forwarder and courier reports
• Conduct indent/production monitoring ensuring agreed ex-factory dates are met
• Consolidate freight by proactively manage factory shipping schedules
• Complete Freight Forwarder' report & freight profit and loss calculations for all outlying "freight to supplier cost" ratios
• Perform regular cost comparisons for inbound and outbound freight
• Coordinate the annual tender process
• Handle, organise, manage, control essential supply chain operations' documentation
• Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to enhance customer service, increase sales and efficiency and the overall profitability of the business
• Identify efficiencies and cost savings in work processes
• Responsive to all business contacts
• Participate in business improvement initiatives and projects

Purpose of the Job

Afrirent Logistics is looking for a dedicated Logistics Administrator to join our team. The role involves providing general administrative support to the department by accurately handling proof of deliveries (PODs), Bargaining Council information, data capturing, and maintaining accurate records.

Minimum Requirements

• Certificate (NQF Level 5) in Logistics/ Office Administration / Microsoft Office / Transport Management
• At least 1 year experience in office administration (transport environment experience advantageous)

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, capture, and file PODs, load confirmations, and driver details on the system
• Follow up on outstanding information, purchase orders, invoices, and traffic fines
• Maintain driver and compliance databases (licences, PDPs, medicals, etc.)
• Manage stationery and PPE orders
• Provide support on invoicing and driver-related queries

Competencies

• Strong knowledge of office administration, data capturing, and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication, planning, and time management skills
• Attention to detail, proactive, organised, and team-oriented

Salary: Market Related

NB: Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person

This position directs all client in-coming and out-going communications (WhatsApp Groups, emails, telephone calls); and ensures that all administration related to relevant 'on the day' client communications is captured and processed on the Fanute systems.

The Traffic Officer also holds an internal communication role which is to ensure that all client requirements are met by the Fanute Team. This is a teams' facing post which requires a regular presence on the floor and proactive problem solving.

This position may be organised in shifts as Fanute is a 24/7 operation, which includes working on weekends, and public holidays (with the appropriate remuneration for those days as per labour law).

The post has no direct subordinates.

Reporting Structure: This position reports to the Operations Manager.

Applicants must be Computer literate (including Microsoft products, Word and Excel and familiarity with google docs).

Attributes of a successful applicant will be:

-High energy

-Understands software systems & company procedures

• Excellent communicator

• Excellent English – spoken and written

• Above average memory

• Above average attention to detail

• Team player, but able to work independently

• Self-motivated & disciplined

• Can multi-task effectively

• Can work calmly under pressure

• Practical, hands-on

• Proactive problem solver

• Strong work ethic

• People person

An advantage would be exposure to a fast-moving 24/7 laundry (or similar) industry. Good knowledge of Cape Town suburbs preferable. Own transport a bonus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R15 000,00 per month

Education:

• High School (matric) (Required)

Experience:

• office: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person

Date: 16 Sept 2025

Location: Hotazel, Northern Cape, ZA, 8490

Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE:

At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So, join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT HMM:

Hotazel Manganese Mines (HMM) is made up of two Manganese mines Mamatwan and Wessels. Both operations are located in the Kalahari Basin, home to 80 per cent of the world's manganese reserves.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFER:

Eligible employees will receive an employer contribution towards the company-elected retirement fund.

South32 will support assistance for part-time studies aligned to role requirements and business needs at accredited institutions to eligible employees.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

This role is a permanent full-time position.

As a Administrator Logistics Scheduling, you will be responsible to ensure that all export shipments are efficiently and seamlessly executed on SAP. To ensure that all invoicing, and related queries are resolved timeously in order to ensure no risk is posed to the organization.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:

• Carry out all administrative duties on SAP relating to the portfolio of export shipments and domestic sales which have been assigned;

• Carry out all month end processes to ensure that all ticketing that has been carried out balances with Wessels and Mamatwan;

• Create purchase orders and nominations on a monthly basis in line with the planned logisitics on rail and road for the month;

• Process all invoices pertaining to services carried out by vendors, whilst ensuring that payments terms are adhered to and the correct rates are applied to these invoices;

• Nominate external service providers to perform that may be required on export shipments

• Timeously submit the necessary documentation to ensure that all shipments have customs clearance;

• Submit any vendor change documents to Master Data should this be required;

• Ensure alignment with and compliance to internal controls including South32 Values, Standards, Policies, agreements, systems and procedures;

• Investigate and respond to queries on the assigned export shipments and domestic sales;

• Review any purchase orders that have not been utilised quarterly and request approval to ensure deletion should these not be required;

• Effectively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Support by performing processing activities to ensure Service Level Agreements are met, as well as knowledge of processing is current.

ABOUT YOU:

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Minimum 2- 4 years relevant professional experience;

• 2 years working experience in logistics;

• Experience in SAP would be preferred;

• Knowledge of shipping and logistics;

• Experience with working in teams in a high paced environment;

• Knowledge of Microsoft office

Qualifications for this role are:

• National Diploma/ Degree in Logistics;

• Grade 12.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Please apply online by entering the preferred position reference number on our website

This advertisement will close on 30 September 2025.

Location: Jetpark

Employment Type: Full-Time

Start Date: immediately

Afrikaans and English speaking

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Administrator to join our logistics team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting daily operations, ensuring accurate financial records, and maintaining efficient administrative processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform bank payments and ensure timely processing of transactions
• Conduct reconciliation of accounts and maintain accurate financial records
• Manage general office administration, including filing, correspondence, and scheduling
• Work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced logistics environment
• Assist with data entry and reporting using Excel
• Process and manage financial records using Pastel Accounting Software
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders professionally
• Support management with ad hoc administrative tasks

Requirements:

• Proven experience in office administration, preferably in a logistics or transport environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Pastel Accounting
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Clear criminal record (background checks will be conducted)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Exposure to a dynamic logistics operation

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to , with the subject line "Office Administrator Application – (Your Name)

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person