4134- TRANSPORT AND DISTRIBUTION CLERKS AND ASSISTANTS

Job Title: 

TRANSPORT AND DISTRIBUTION CLERKS AND ASSISTANTS

Alternate Titles: 

Export clerk,Logistics controller,Shipping clerk,Transport administrator,Transport clerk,Transport coordinator

Job Description: 

Workers in this unit group perform various clerical functions relating to the transport and distribution of goods and freight.

Education: 

There are no minimum academic requirements, although entrants usually possess GCSEs/S grades. Training is usually provided on-the-job. NVQs/ SVQs in relevant areas are available at Levels 1, 2 and 3.
Refer The S/NVQ framework for more details

NS-SEC: 

The simplified NS-SEC analytic class for this code is 3
The simplified NS-SEC operational category for this code is 7.1
Refer The National Statistics Socio-economic Classification for more details

Tasks: 


  • processes customer orders and forwards requisition documentation to storage and distribution personnel;
  • formulates delivery loads, vehicle schedules and routes to be followed by delivery staff;
  • monitors tachograph readings and maintains records of hours worked and distance travelled by drivers;
  • obtains customs clearance and processes import and export documentation necessary for the movement of goods between countries;
  • maintains records regarding the movement and location of freight, containers and staff.
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Source Of Info: 

Office of National Statistics UK