Expeditor Control Tower

Wtsenergy; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Wtsenergy is seeking an Expeditor to collect, verify, and organize shipment documentation, ensuring complete and compliant records before shipments progress. The role supports transportation and control tower teams with accurate documentation.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in logistics documentation, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with SLI, HS codes, and regulatory requirements. This is an on-site position in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in logistics documentation or expediting.
• Experience in control tower operations is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Request, collect, and verify all required documents from shippers or exporters.
• Ensure the Shippers Letter of Instruction (SLI) is complete and accurate, including HS codes and routing details.
• Review and validate the documentation checklist with support teams.
• Confirm all documents are uploaded correctly and add any required notes or comments.
• Resolve missing or inaccurate documentation issues with shippers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and customs requirements.
• Communicate shipment readiness to the transportation and control tower teams.
• Note any special cargo instructions (e.g. DG, reefer, military, pharma).
• Maintain organized digital records and proper document storage.
• Prepare documentation status updates and completion reports.

Skills

Logistics knowledge

Export documentation

Customs regulations

Attention to detail

Communication

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Control Tower systems

Education

Logistics degree

Tools

TMS

Job description

The Expeditor is responsible for collecting verifying and organizing all shipment documentation to ensure smooth and compliant processing. The role supports the transportation and control tower teams by ensuring all documents are complete accurate and aligned with regulatory requirements before shipments move forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Request collect and verify all required documents from shippers or exporters.
• Ensure the Shippers Letter of Instruction (SLI) is complete and accurate including HS codes and routing details.
• Review and validate the documentation checklist with support teams.
• Confirm all documents are uploaded correctly and add any required notes or comments.
• Resolve missing or inaccurate documentation issues with shippers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and customs requirements.
• Communicate shipment readiness to the transportation and control tower teams.
• Note any special cargo instructions (e.g. DG reefer military pharma).
• Maintain organized digital records and proper document storage.
• Prepare documentation status updates and completion reports.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of logistics and export documentation (SLI invoices packing lists certificates etc.).
• Understanding of customs and regulatory requirements.
• High attention to detail and strong accuracy in document handling.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight timelines.
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Familiarity with Control Tower systems TMS or document platforms.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelors degree in Logistics Supply Chain or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in logistics documentation or expediting.
• Experience in control tower operations is an advantage.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Firstsubmission documentation accuracy.
• Turnaround time for document completion.
• Reduction in shipment delays caused by documentation issues.
• Compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Responsiveness and quality of communication with shippers.