Carpenters Shipping - Import Freight Officer (Lautoka)

Job Description & Skills/Qualifications Required

Carpenters Shipping is seeking applications from motivated and result-driven professionals to join our organization. If you have the talent, then we have the opportunity!

Job Title: Import Freight Officer

  • Send pre-arrival notices to customers  
  • Prepare and raise import invoices  
  • Communicate with consignees via phone/email about shipments  
  • Issue Delivery Orders (DOs)  
  • Update container site lists on Port Connect portal  
  • Raise and issue bond order invoices  
  • Compile import/export vessel summary reports  
  • Send import/export audit documents  
  • Maintain accurate filing records  
  • Confirm cargo details with ports for wharfage invoicing  
  • Perform month-end wharfage reconciliation  
  • Prepare inter-department receipts after payments  
  • Assist with export shipments: BOL creation, online booking, invoicing, express release  
  • Support freight forwarder shipments: tallying BOLs, raising cheque requisitions, invoicing

Requirements:

  • Certificate or diploma in a related field (e.g., logistics, business, or a related field)
  • Must have relevant experience in import freight operations or a related field
  • Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Applications can be emailed to b.turaganivalu.ho@carpenters.com.fj no later than 19th June 2026.

Job Functions

Freight/Cargo Forwarding

Industry

Transport & Logistics

Job open to:

Fiji Residents Only