Hong Kong is in the centre of Southeast Asia and its geographical location is an advantage for developing logistics and trading operations. Trading activities between China and neighbouring regions have increased in recent years. The trade activities help extending the logistics market with excellent innovative services and technologies. As for the storage and transportation of valuables such as artworks and fine wines, Hong Kong’s advantages are even more prominent.
Retail Buyer
Duties
- Purchase raw materials for designers or customers
- Negotiate and provide quotation with different companies
- Arrange transportation and logistics procedures
- As an intermediary between the supplier and the company’s production department
- Develop production procedures and monitor the production process
- Purchase materials from oversea
Working hours
About 45 hours a week
Working environment
Work in office, may require outside work
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Good time management
- Attention to details
Promotion and Reference Salary
Buyer Assistant
Approximately $ 12,000 - 15,000
Buyer
Approximately $ 16,500 - 21,000
Senior Buyer
Approximately $ 22,000 - 29,000
Entry requirements
- Level 2 or equivalent or above in five subjects (including English and Chinese) in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSE)
- Level 2 / Grade E or above in five subjects (including English and Chinese) in Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE)
- Good writing skills in both Chinese and English
- Familiar with basic computer operations, such as Chinese and English typing, etc.
- Fluent in Cantonese and English
Example of related training and courses
Professional Diploma/ Higher Diploma/ Associate Degree
- Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education - Higher Diploma in Retail Innovation and Management
- Hong Kong Design Institute, Vocational Training Council - Higher Diploma in Fashion Branding and Buying
- HKUSPACE HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education – Professional Diploma in Business Logistics Management (Smart Procurement)
Certificate
Storekeeper
Duties
- Oversee the receipt, storage, requisitioning and disbursement of supplies and materials
- Inventory control
- Handle daily warehouse documentation
- Process and check orders
Working hours
About 45-54 hours a week
Working environment
Work in factory
Personality
- Good time management
- Attention to details
- Responsible
Promotion and Reference Salary
Warehouse Storekeeper
Approximately $ 11,000 - 15,000
Senior Warehouse Storekeeper
Approximately $15,000 - $20,000
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Approximately $18,000 or more
Entry requirements
- Secondary school graduate
- Familiar with basic computer operations, such as Chinese and English typing, etc
- Fluent in Cantonese and English
Example of related training and courses
Certificate
Cargo Co-ordinator
Duties
- Follow the procedures to check imported/exported goods and calculate charges
- Handle goods, documents and data entry
- Handle customer cash or cheque settlement procedures
- Handle customer inquiries
Working hours
About 45 hours a week, shift work
Working environment
Work in freight station
Personality
- Good time management
- Attention to details
- Responsible
Promotion and Reference Salary
Cargo Co-ordinator
Approximately $12,500
Senior Cargo Co-ordinator
Approximately $16,000 - 21,000
Assistant Operation Manager
Approximately $18,000 -$25,000
Entry requirements
- Secondary school graduate
- Familiar with basic computer operations, such as Chinese and English typing, etc
- Fluent in Cantonese and English
Example of related training and courses
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
- Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education, Vocational Training Council - Higher Diploma in Aviation and e-Logistics
- The University of Hong Kong School of Professional and Continuing Education - Professional Diploma in Logistics and Transport Management
- Hong Kong Metropolitan Unviersity, Li Ka Shing School of Professional and Continuing Education (LiPACE) - Higher Diploma in Aviation and Ramp Management
- Lingnan Institute of Further Education - Higher Diploma in Airline Service and Management
Truck Driver
Duties
- Count daily shipments and fulfil daily delivery orders
- Ensure the delivery on time and properly
- Ensure the vehicles with good condition and cleanliness
Working hours
About 48 hours a week, shift work
Working environment
Work location depends on route
Personality
- Good time management
- Responsible
Promotion and Reference Salary
Truck Driver
Approximately $14,000 - 23,000
Entry requirements
- Require a valid LGV (light good vehicle) driver’s license or medium goods vehicle driver’s license
- Satisfactory driving recordNote: The required driver’s license depends on the type of truck
Example of related training and courses
Certificate
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Courier
Duties
- Distribute packages and documents for institutions, businesses, and individuals
Working hours
About 48 hours per week
Working environment
All areas in Hong Kong (Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the New Territories)
Personality
- Good time management
- Attention to details
- Responsible
Promotion and Reference Salary
Courier
Approximately $10,000 - 16,000
Entry requirements
- Good spoken and written English and Chinese
Example of related training and courses
Certificate
- Hong Kong Courier Association - Foundation Certificate in Courier Training
- The Hong Kong School of Motoring Limited - Certificate in Light Goods Vehicle Driving
- The Hong Kong School of Motoring Limited - Certificate in Private Car Driving
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Shipping Clerk
Duties
- Monitor the merchandise leaving a company’s warehouse
- Perform inventory control
- Provide customer services
Working hours
About 45-54 hours per week
Working environment
Shipping/Logistics company
Personality
- Good time management
- Attention to details
- Responsible
Promotion and Reference Salary
Shipping Clerk
Approximately $12,000 - 18,000
Shipping Supervisor
Approximately $30,000 - 35,000
Entry requirements
- Secondary school graduate
- Basic computer skills, such as typing Chinese and English
- Fluent Cantonese and English
Example of related training and courses
Certificate
Assistant Surveyor Of Ships (Three streams: Engineer and Ship, Nautical and Ship)
Duties
Responsible for main duties at assistant professional level. Undertaking statutory and other related duties under the Merchant Shipping Ordinances pertaining to maritime safety, pollution prevention, security, seafarers welfare and management including casualty investigations and audits on Hong Kong registered ships and their companies.
(A) Engineer and Ship Stream
- Undertaking duties as a marine engineer consultant or manager for the Government on the construction of new vessels and maintenance of the Government Fleet
- Assisting in the conduct of examination for marine engineer officers' certificates of competency
- Undertaking statutory and other related duties under the Boiler and Pressure Vessels Ordinance
(B) Nautical Stream
- Assisting in the conduct of examination for deck officers' certificates of competency
- Undertaking duties as a nautical consultant for the Government
(C) Ship Stream
- Undertaking duties as a naval architect for the Government on the construction of new vessels and maintenance of the Government Fleet
Working hours
About 45 hours a week (Irregular working hours)
Working environment
Work in offices or on board (including the engine room)
Personality
- Responsible
- Leadership skills
- Logical and analytical
Promotion and Reference Salary
Assistant Surveyor of Ships
From $38,595
Surveyor of Ships
From $74,515
Senior Surveyor of Ships
From $117,580
Principal Surveyor of Ships
From $150,950
Note: The reference salary is based on the Master Pay Scale of the civil service.
Entry requirements
All categories meet the language proficiency requirements, that is, grade 2 or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination or the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination, or equivalent.
(A) Engineer and Ship Stream
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline from a university in Hong Kong, or equivalent
- A Certificate of Competency (Marine Engineer Officer) Class 3 or above issued by or a certificate acceptable to the Director of Marine
(B) Nautical Stream
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline relating to the maritime field from a university in Hong Kong or equivalent, acceptable to the Director of Marine ; and
- A Certificate of Competency (Deck Officer) Class 3 or above issued by or a certificate acceptable to the Director of Marine.
(C) Ship Stream
- A Bachelor's degree in naval architecture or related technology from a university in Hong Kong, or equivalent
Example of related training and courses
Higher Diploma/ Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
- Hong Kong Polytechnic University-Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering
- School of Professional Education and Executive Development, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University – Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering
- The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology - Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering
Remarks
Related website
Marine Department- Shipping Safety Officer
Duties
- Enforcement of statutory regulations and safe work practices related to maritime industrial engineering carried out within the waters of Hong Kong
- Investigate cases of violation of relevant laws and regulations when carrying out maritime industrial engineering within the waters of Hong Kong, and handle prosecution
- Provide technical assistance and advice on the safety of boilers and pressure vessels, and inspect dangerous goods facilities
- Provide safety monitoring and technical support for ship maintenance work and mechanical facilities in government docks;
- Promote occupational safety and health
Working hours
Irregular working hours
Working environment
Works on the ship (including the engine room) and faces different weather conditions
Personality
- Good time management
- Leadership skills
- Logical and analytical
Promotion and Reference Salary
Shipping Safety Officer
From $ 61,415
Senior Shipping Safety Officer
From $ 117,580
Note: The reference salary is based on the Master Pay Scale of the civil service.
Entry requirements
- Possess the certificate of competence of Class 1 (Engineer) of ocean-going steam engine ships and / or ocean-going internal combustion engine ships recognized by the Director of Marine; or
- Obtained the official membership of the Society of Engineers recognized by the Director of Marine Department; and
- Comply with the language proficiency requirements, and obtain the "Level 1" score in the two language test papers (Chinese and English) of the Comprehensive Recruitment Examination, or equivalent.
Example of related training and courses
Higher Diploma/ Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
- Hong Kong Polytechnic University-Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering
- School of Professional Education and Executive Development, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University – Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Mechanical Engineering
- The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology - Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering
Remarks
Related website
Supply Chain Executive
Duties
Supply Chain Executive mainly manages and monitors the entire logistic flow (from production to distribution) to ensure efficient operation. The following are the main tasks:
- Monitoring logistics and ensuring all operations are smooth
- Contributing to company’s supply chain strategies and policies
- Analyzing operational performance and supply chain data
- Providing product/sales forecast and evaluation on Key Performance Indicators
- Providing innovative logistics solutions to enhance process efficiency
Working hours
About 45 hours a week
Working environment
Work in office
Personality
- Good time management
- Attention to details
- Logical and analytical
Promotion and Reference Salary
Supply Chain Executive
Approximately $17,000 or above
Senior Supply Chain Executive
Approximately $25,000 or above
Supply Chain Assistant Manager
Approximately $32,000 or above
Supply Chain Manager
Approximately $38,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience, and ability.
Entry requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management / logistics or related disciplines
- Proficient in spoken English, Cantonese, and Mandarin
- Good command of written English and Chinese
- Able to work independently and under pressure
- Proficient in MS Office applications
Example of related training and courses
Bachelor’s Degree
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) in Global Supply Chain Management
- The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong - Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) in Supply Chain Management
- Hong Kong Metropolitan University - Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours in Global Marketing and Supply Chain Management