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ECOM Agroindustrial Corp Limited is hiring a Shipping Assistant in Oyo to support container loading operations for export cargo. The role focuses on pre-loading inspections, stuffing supervision, documentation, and coordination with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure quality and compliance.
- Conduct pre-loading inspections and verify empty container suitability
- Supervise container stuffing to ensure compliance with loading standards
- Maintain organized records and backups of inspection photos and documents
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ECOM Agroindustrial Corp Limited is hiring a Shipping Assistant in Oyo to support container loading operations for export cargo. The role focuses on pre-loading inspections, stuffing supervision, documentation, and coordination with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure quality and compliance.
- Conduct pre-loading inspections and verify empty container suitability
- Supervise container stuffing to ensure compliance with loading standards
- Maintain organized records and backups of inspection photos and documents
- Coordinate outstation stuffing operations at designated terminals
- Prepare daily reports of loaded trucks exiting the warehouse for the Port Tracking Team
- Report non-compliance, damaged containers, or security concerns to the Logistics Department
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- Place your strongest Shipping Assistant evidence in the first half of your CV.
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Shipping Assistant at ECOM Agroindustrial Corp Limited
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Oct 16, 2026, 6:03 AM
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ECOM is a world-leading soft commodity services group specialising in coffee, cocoa, and cotton. We employ more than a thousand agronomists and field staff worldwide, running innovative on-the-ground operations and sustainability programmes to help our customers and farming communities worldwide. Our global presence, unparalleled experience, and strong, trusted relationships allow us to create a valuable and profitable environment for our suppliers, customers, shareholders, and employees.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Shipping Assistant
Location: Oyo
General Work Description
The role involves conducting pre-loading inspections, verifying container suitability, coordinating with warehouse personnel, agent representatives, monitoring loading activities, maintaining accurate records, and providing timely operational reports to ensure the safe and efficient movement of export cargo.
The Shipping Assistant is responsible for supporting container loading operations by ensuring that all export containers meet the company's quality, security, and compliance standards before and during stuffing.
Key Responsibilties
Carry out container inspections jointly with the warehouse team to confirm suitability for loading.
Supervise and monitor container stuffing to ensure compliance with company procedures and loading standards.
Maintain organized records and secure backups of all inspection photographs and loading documentation for audit and traceability.
Conduct pre-loading inspections of empty containers and capture clear photographs of containers and drivers for documentation.
Immediately report any non-compliance, damaged containers, security concerns, or operational issues to the Logistics Department for prompt resolution.
Ensure all inspection checklists and loading documents are properly completed, signed, filed, and readily available for future reference.
Coordinate all outstation operations; Stuffing at designated terminals if the need arises.
Prepare and submit accurate daily reports of loaded trucks exiting the warehouse to the Port Tracking Team.
Report stock levels of container dressing materials to the Logistics Department to prevent shortages.
Inspect container security features, including ventilation holes, structural condition, cleanliness, dryness, and overall cargo-worthiness before stuffing.
Ensure containers are properly dressed with the required dry bags, corrugated boards, and kraft paper before loading.
Adhere to all company safety, security, and export compliance procedures throughout the loading process.
Verify the presence and condition of the high-security sealing hook beneath the container door and reject any container that does not meet the required security standard.
Required Qualification, Experience, Skills and Knowledge
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to use smartphones or digital devices for capturing and maintaining inspection records.
Team player who works productively with a diverse group of people.
Basic knowledge of Nigerian export procedures and the operations of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), shipping lines, and export terminals is an advantage.
0–3 years of experience in shipping, warehouse operations, logistics or export documentation is preferred.
Minimum of an HND or Bachelor's Degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Transport Management, Maritime Studies, or any related discipline.
Excellent communication skills with other employees.
Strong attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to work under minimal supervision.
How to Apply
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