Customs Clerk

As a Customs Clerk, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely completion of customs documentation and regulatory requirements in line with the SARS Customs Act. This role suits someone detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and confident navigating customs processes within a fast-paced freight forwarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete and submit customs entries accurately within prescribed time frames in accordance with the SARS Customs Act.

• Process and submit cargo dues timeously and accurately.

• Monitor customs and operational reports, identifying discrepancies or outstanding actions and ensuring resolution.

• Ensure full compliance with all statutory and regulatory customs requirements.

• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

• Proactively identify and escalate risks, delays, or non-compliance matters.

• Liaise with internal departments to ensure seamless processing of customs documentation.

• Read, interpret, and verify shipping documentation to ensure accuracy.

• Manage strict daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines in a high-pressure environment.

• Remain available after hours, including weekends and public holidays, when urgent customs matters arise.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 (essential).

• Diploma in Shipping, Clearing & Freight Forwarding, Distribution, Logistics, Business Management, or related field (advantageous).

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in freight forwarding and logistics.

• Strong knowledge of the Customs Act, rules, regulations, and Customs Tariff.

• Working knowledge of Shipshape, Google Workspace, Microsoft Excel, and Word.