Ries Engineering is a trusted and revered company that supplies products and advisory services to the construction and mining industry. We are experts in our field with a wealth of experience spanning since 1961.

RIES Engineering Share Company invites qualified and experienced professionals to apply for the following position:

Position: Transit Officer

Education: BA Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain Management or a related field of Management.

Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in customs clearance and transit operations.

Advantage: Experience in construction, agricultural machinery, vehicle spare parts, and bonded warehouse operations.

Required Competencies & Skills

Knowledge of customs clearance, transit procedures, and shipping documentation.
Strong communication, coordination, follow-up, and organizational skills.
Accuracy, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability.
Ability to work effectively with internal departments and external stakeholders.
Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

The Transit Officer is responsible for coordinating import and transit operations, managing customs clearance documentation, monitoring shipment progress, and ensuring the timely release of imported machinery, vehicles, spare parts, and other materials in compliance with customs regulations and company procedures.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare, verify, and coordinate all required shipping and transit documents in accordance with established procedures and in collaboration with the Ethiopian Customs Commission, Ethiopian Shipping and Logistics Services Enterprise (ESLSE), and other relevant stakeholders.
Monitor and manage import and transit documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely processing.
Track the status of each shipment and operation, provide regular updates to concerned departments, and follow up on progress until final customs clearance and release.
Maintain accurate records and timely updates of bonded warehouse schedules for machinery and vehicles, ensuring proper coordination and follow-up.
Coordinate the timely preparation, verification, and processing of customs clearance documents for machinery, vehicles, spare parts, and warranty-related items.
Prepare accurate customs declarations and supporting documentation in compliance with applicable customs regulations and company procedures.
Identify and resolve documentation discrepancies and challenges arising during customs clearance, adapting to changes in customs regulations, shipping procedures, and the practices of relevant authorities and offices.

Duty Station: Head Office

Deadline: October 23, 2026

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