Latest Vacancies at Unitrans

Job Advert Summary    
As a Data Engineer you will be responsible for both on-premises and cloud-based data infrastructure, with a focus on migrating data pipelines to Azure Synapse Analytics and optimizing consumption side data provisioning. You will work closely with external consulting teams, in both data pipeline creation & maintenance and data management; and the analytics team, to understand analytics issues and requirements and translate them into scalable data solutions.

You will be working with internal company data as well as data provided by third party suppliers and partners. You would be involved in building and maintaining a cloud data lake, including the full process of ingestion, maintenance and provisioning of data from both internal and external data providers. Additionally, you will play a role in migrating business logic from analytics and reporting tools to Azure Synapse Analytics.

Minimum Requirements    
Experience and Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field OR proven capability in working with enterprise data systems.
• Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203) preferred
• Experience with Azure cloud services, particularly Azure Synapse Analytics.
• Strong understanding of cloud data solutions and architectures.
• Valid Driver's Licence with own transport 

Skills and Attributes

• Highly SQL proficient
• Python advantageous
• Process design and implementation
• Familiarity with APIs
• Familiarity with on-premises SQL Server databases and familiarity with migration processes to cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with Qlik Sense or similar reporting and analytics tools.
• Familiarity with enterprise systems and working with multiple databases.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Purview or similar data governance tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to learn new technologies independently.
• Proactive approach to problem solving
• Ability to function within various teams and environments, but also work independently
• Excellent communication skills

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Monitor, maintain and improve data pipelines on-premises and in Azure Synapse Analytics.
• Designing, developing, and testing large data pipelines to ingest, aggregate, clean, and distribute data models ready for analysis.
• Work with third party consultants to implement data lake architecture.     
• Build and maintain data pipelines to facilitate the smooth flow of data between various systems and databases.
• Provision datasets for consumption side users, focusing on consistency and data integrity.
• Migrate business logic from Qlik Sense to Azure Synapse Analytics.
• Migrate on premises data systems to the Azure Cloud.
• Test and maintain new and existing API connections.
• Contribute to and expand a data taxonomy to ensure consistency and clarity in data organization.
• Implement data security protocols across the entire data environment.
• Focused improvement initiatives of existing processes, systems, data, reports.
• Focused improvement initiatives of cross-functional interactions within the organisation.
• Willing to travel locallly and Internationally.

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Job Advert Summary    

• Unitrans is looking to employ an experienced Warehousing and Distribution Manager. The role presents an exciting opportunity to lead the optimization of our distribution network and drive efficiency across all locations including standardizing warehouse and store processes, ensuring accountability for stock management, and managing a team of store controllers.

Minimum Requirements    

• Qualification: 4 year Degree / NQF level 7, Diploma warehousing and distribution CIPS, CSCP
• Experience in a similar role: Up to 3 years

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced
• environment.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a diverse team of warehouse
• professionals.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to optimize
• operations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• and external stakeholders.
• Experience working in an international or multi-national warehouse environment is highly desirable.

Standardization of Warehouses and Stores:

• Develop and implement standardized warehouse and store processes, including Bin location management, receiving,
• storage, picking, packing, and distribution.
• Establish and enforce uniform operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and efficiency across all
• warehouse and store locations.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to maintain compliance with organizational standards and industry regulations.
• Bin location standardization and rationalization in line with SKU management from category and procurement teams.

Stock Management Processes:

• Oversee all aspects of stock management, from receipt of goods to issuance and repurposing. 
• Implement robust inventory control measures to minimize stock variances and ensure accurate stock levels across all
• warehouses and stores.
• Lead initiatives for stock repurposing, optimizing inventory utilization, and minimizing excess or obsolete stock.

Management of Store Controllers:

• Recruit, train, and supervise a team of store controllers responsible for day-to-day operations at each warehouse and
• store location.
• Provide leadership and direction to store controllers, setting clear performance objectives and KPIs.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide coaching and development opportunities to enhance team
• capabilities.

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Job Advert Summary    

• An opportunity has arisen for a high calibre Exports Controller to exports freight estimates and overboarder. Supervises and controls the export of goods, products or merchandise to all countries in terms of clients instructions and regulations of various authorities. Ensure that clients documentation is complete. Makes cargo space reservations and liaises with clients regarding exports. Ensures all charges are raised in accordance with agreed rates. 

Minimum Requirements    

•  5 years experience in Fruit Exports
• Matric/NQF4
• Knowledge of INCO terms
• Knowledge of IMCO codes and Hazchem
• Knowledge of Customs Clearing, duties and VAT
• Knowledge of Imports and Exports - air and sea freight - clearing and forwarding
• Knowledge of insurance and claiming when cargo is damaged
• Knowledge of Shipshape
• Knowledge of security for both air and sea freight
• Trade Agreements

Duties & Responsibilities    
Fruit Exports

• Export Freight estimates
• Negotiate freight rates for clients
• Receive booking from the client
• Request invoice from client to capture entry into customs
• Find best suitable vessel according to their packing date
• Refer to the sailing schedule for the stacking times and departing and arriving times of vessel
• Make booking with shipping line
• Open file
• Send booking confirmation with all vessel details and stack dates
• Refer to stacking list to confirm packing date
• Send instruction to transporters to place containers
• Collection for container from clients premises
• Monitor container into stacks
• Submit cargo dues
• Submit shipping instruction to shipping lines
• Receive invoice from client once the vessel has sailed
• SADC’s GSP, EUR1 (certificates) is processed once the vessel has sailed
• Invoice file, submit cargo dues and bill of entry, customs release to the line to get original bills
• Certificates are submitted to customs,
• Batch documents and send to client
• Track shipment to destination and keep clients advised
• Courier documents to international agents/clients
• Depending on terms of shipment delivery needs to be arranged to clients door at destination

Estimate Coordination

• Complete estimates, tenders, proposals to existing and new clients and overseas agents
• Negotiating shipping rates with carriers and agents
• Sourcing rates from transporters for general cargo, break bulk cargo and bulk cargo
• Screening and verifying credit terms of new suppliers
• Sourcing rates from ports, stevedores, transporters, warehouses and carriers

Reporting

• Keep clients and agents updated during the whole process
• Update reports to clients

Sales and Marketing

• Sales and marketing of products and services available

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Job Advert Summary    
An opportunity has arisen for a high calibre Fleet Controller to handle administrative tasks, supervising and controlling driver activities. Please refer to the minimum requirements, duties and responsibilities below for further information.

Minimum Requirements    

•  Matric ( Grade 12)
•  Must have previous Administration experience in a similar environment
•  Must be computer literate
•  Data capturing
•  Prepared to work shifts
•  Reliable and assertive
•  Pro-active and ability to take initiative

Duties & Responsibilities    

•  Handling administrative tasks
•  Monitoring progress and utilization
•  Tracking trucks
•  Sorting out customer problems and assisting drivers with problems
•  Getting extra orders
•  Communicating factory problems to the customer
•  Capturing breakdowns
•  Supervising and controlling driver activities

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Job Advert Summary    
We have a great opportunity at Unitrans for a Operations Manager to oversee the end-to-end export process for fruit shipments, ensuring compliance with international regulations and standards including but not limited to:

• Provide guidance and support to export team members, including training and development opportunities.
• Monitor market trends and industry developments to identify opportunities for business growth and expansion.
• Ensure adherence to quality control measures throughout the export process to maintain product integrity and customer satisfaction.
• Prepare and analyze export-related reports and performance metrics to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Implement best practices for risk management and compliance to mitigate potential issues and ensure business continuity.
• Manage fruit export staff and oversee the operations for both air and sea-  imports and exports and to maintain relations with all role-players in such a manner that strategic, profit and quality targets are achieved.

Minimum Requirements    

• Tertiary Qualification in Freight and Logistics
• Excellent Computer skills 
• Excellent management and human resources skills 
• Good understanding of accounting processes 
• 8 - 10 Years at senior operational level with the freight forwarding industry 
• Basic legal knowledge of contracts 
• Problem solving skills 
• Judgment and decision making skills • Strategic planning capability 
• Customer management and industry networking capability 
• Occupational Health and Safety Act legislation 
• Knowledge of vehicle applications by operation 
• Knowledge of financial management principles 
• Sound knowledge of the logistics and supply chain management environment 
• Understanding of Company Disciplinary and Grievance procedures

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Manage business strategy 
• Identify customer needs, growing the business and providing excellent customer service 
• Implementation and seamless transition of new business be it organic or external growth 
• Profitably manage all operations assigned 
• Manage all aspects of Finances within all allocated contracts 
• Effective financial management of strategic business unit 
• Manage and report on performance in respect of customers service, , revenue, costs, changes in business trends, corrective/new actions implemented, health and safety, human resources, industrial relations and asset management 
• Manage staff effectively 
• Understanding of policies and procedures in freight forwarding and clearing

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Job Advert Summary    

• An opportunity has arisen for a Receptionist to receive visitors to the organisation, determining their needs and directing them accordingly. Answer general queries and directs them to the relevant personnel or department. May also perform routine typing, clerical or secretarial duties. May be responsible for a switchboard for a small branch office. Contributes towards the image of the Company 

Minimum Requirements    

• Grade 12 / Matric / NQF level 4
•  Up to 1 year

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Maintains professional appearance
• Greet visitors on arrival 
• Maintain cleanliness of reception area 
• Operate switchboard 
• Administers general telephone reporting tasks 
• Screen incoming calls and take messages 
• Performs basic mailing tasks and coordinating courier deliveries 
• Comply with company code of conduct, policies and procedures 
• Perform other duties as may be requested by management from time to time

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Job Advert Summary    
An opportunity has arisen for a high calibre SHERQ Coordinator, to oversee and liaise with clients on SHEQ and align system with their requirements and protocols and must have experience in developing, implementing and maintaining an integrated SHEQ management system. 

Oversees and coordinates activities related to safety, health, environment, risk, and quality management within an organization.Ensures that safety protocols, procedures, and policies are in place and effectively implemented that pertains to health management programs, environmental aspects, etc. Responsible for implementation and maintenance of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 and BB Gap and that they are entrenched into the business processes. Develops SHEQ system procedures and template documents. Enforces standardisation and implementation on all sites. Participates in internal and external audits, logging and tracking audit findings. 

Minimum Requirements    

•  Matric/Grade 12 with a relevant SHEQ qualification 
•  MS Office experience and efficiency with strong administration skills 
•  Sound knowledge of OHASA 18001, ISO 9001 and 14001 Management Systems, COID Act, relevant Road Traffic legislation and SANS Standards 
•  Possess leadership qualities with the ability to promote team work and cooperation and create a climate for motivation 
•  Handle general queries regarding HSE issues within the working environment 
•  Ability to work independently under pressure meeting contract and customer deadlines 
•  An understanding of processes relating to Accident & Incident investigation, reporting, recording and application of remedial action 
•  Fairly good knowledge of the Transport Industry will be a definite advantage 

Duties & Responsibilities    

•  Conduct monthly safety inspections 
•  Conduct risk assessments as and when required 
•  Assist Contract Manager in audit preparation 
•  Update SHEQ Notice boards on a monthly basis, or when required 
•  Collect and assemble SHEQ statistics for monthly reporting/presentation purposes 
•  Monthly operations audits to monitor compliance with company policies and procedures 
•  Review driver matrix regarding training, medicals and working and driving hours to ensure company and customer requirements are met 
•  Housekeeping standards are maintained in accordance with legal, company procedures and contract requirements. 
•  Monitor customers SHEQ performance measurements and requirements 
•  In conjunction with the Training Department ensure that the required SHEQ training is maintained and is aligned with customer's requirements 
•  Conduct toolbox talks and safety stand-downs 
•  DriveCam coaching and reporting