Two thirds of the earth is covered with water…
Makes sense to work for a shipping company…
About the role
This role is responsible for the day-to-day activities of Swire Logistical activity in Australia.
Some of the key responsibilities and accountabilities:
· Maintain the container tracking database with all container movements – both empty and full via accurate and timely processing of EDI error messaging/daily depot/terminal Logistics reports.
· Maintain regular liaison with depots in relation to FIFO, stock control, repair and maintenance.
· Regular follow up of empty container overdue and resolution.
· Proactive management of vendors across area of responsibility.
· Regular liaison with the Customer Excellence and Imports teams to ensure data accuracy and timeliness of system updates.
· Regular liaison with commercial teams and review of export forecast and accuracy of the same to ensure we maintain a sufficient level of stock and actively work to reduce any surplus.
· Work closely with the Global Shared Services team regarding affiliated processes.
· Address root causes and seek continuous improvements – constantly look for ways to improve work processes.
· Efficient and timely processing of procurement items in SAP, PHOENIX, MEDIUS FLOW and other related modules.
· Efficient processing of invoices as per timelines.
Skills / experience required:
· University entrance (or equivalent) with further qualifications well regarded, especially in Business.
· Formal Industry Qualifications in the Supply Chain, Logistics, Cargo Management or equivalent.
· Minimum 3-5 years shipping/forwarding/logistics experience
· Well-developed communication (both oral and written), interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills
· Handle high volume of customer inquiries/activities
· Ability to converse with people of all levels and is well organised, efficient and effective.
· Excellent team player and able to work effectively under pressure
· Ability to learn new concepts and procedures quickly and efficiently
· High level of skill in dispute resolution
· Works independently with limited supervision
About us:
Swire Shipping, a leading shipping company in the Asia Pacific, is the wholly owned, deep-sea ship owning and operating arm of the multinational Swire group. With more than 150 years in the shipping industry, more than 50 of which in Fiji and the Pacific Islands, Swire Shipping is committed to enriching lives by connecting customers with communities and remains dedicated to facilitating and growing trade in regions where it operates.
Swire Shipping operates several high frequency liner shipping services in the Asia-Pacific, a transpacific liner service between North Asia and the Pacific Northwest, and specialist shipping services to the global project logistics market under its established brand, Swire Projects. The company also offers integrated logistics solutions in the Asia-Pacific, complementing its suite of liner products. Swire Shipping specialises in providing a wide range of specialist customer solutions for project, heavy lift, refrigerated, breakbulk and mini bulk cargoes, and has an experienced, dedicated team providing customers with service excellence and expert market knowledge.
Headquartered in Singapore, Swire Shipping maintains its own representative offices in more than 40 locations as well as a worldwide agency network across Asia, Europe, North America, and the South Pacific. As a multinational shipping company, Swire Shipping employs more than 3,000 people from across 52 countries and regions – more than 1,000 are based onshore, and nearly 2,000 are seagoing employees. The company seeks to create an empowered workforce that can flourish in a safe and respectful work environment, one that ensures all individuals are treated with respect and understanding and where discrimination, harassment, bullying, retaliation or intimidation of any kind are not tolerated. Swire Shipping has in place robust programmes, systems and processes to recognise its employees and support their learning and career development within the company.
With strong Management support, Swire Shipping takes a long-term view of the business and continuously invests in its people, environment, communities, and innovation and new technology.
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Swire Shipping acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters in which we operate and sail. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging, and recognise their deep and enduring connection to Sea Country.
Swire Shipping is committed to ensuring equal equitable access and participation for persons who experience disability. SSL is committed to treating persons with disability in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. Reasonable adjustments can be made upon request based on understanding of those accommodations.
Across Swire Shipping, we seek to create a supportive and inclusive environment that embraces individuality and recognise the benefits that these differences make. We do this by ensuring that all individuals are treated with respect and understanding and actively promote Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and do not tolerate discrimination, harassment, bullying, retaliation or intimidation of any kind. We are committed to driving the strategy, policies and accountability to build and sustain a diverse global workforce, through equitable processes and systems where everyone can contribute their very best.
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Apply:
If you would like more information about this opportunity or to submit your application, please send your resume and covering letter by close of business Friday 2 January 2026 (shortlisting may occur earlier) to
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