We have an exciting opportunity for a Customs Broker to join our DHL Global Forwarding Team based in our Perth, WA office. This is a full-time opportunity reporting directly to the Ocean Freight CDZ Manager.
About Us
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DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our DHL divisions offer an unrivalled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air, and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With about 395,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide, DHL connects people and businesses securely and reliably, enabling global sustainable trade flows. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as “The logistics company for the world.”
DHL is part of DHL Group. The Group generated revenues of more than 94 billion euros in 2022. With sustainable business practices and a commitment to society and the environment, the Group makes a positive contribution to the world. DHL Group aims to achieve net-zero emissions logistics by 2050.
Overall Role Purpose
As a Customs Broker you will be responsible for:
- Supports the CDZ Manager in CDZ operations such as tax and duty declaration.
- Acts as Liaison with Custom Authorities and administration matters.
- Acts as key contact for allocated customers.
- Check, lodge and pay Customs entries.
- Assist Classifiers / Compilers with entry preparation, queries, etc.
- Arrange Barrier Clearances.
- Ensure customs entries are completed in a timely manner.
Skills / Qualifications
- Minimum two (2) to five (5) year’s experience in the freight forwarding industry and/or customs industry.
- Possesses relevant Customs qualification – ACS licence. (Mandatory requirement)
- Previous experience in Shipping/International freight forwarding industry in airfreight and/or ocean-freight / Import operational roles (advantageous)
- Relevant Tertiary qualification i.e. Bachelor’s Degree in Management, Logistics, or Industry related fields. (Advantageous)
- Sound knowledge of freight forwarding and customs general
- Full time Australian work rights
- Good knowledge of forwarding business, DGF products (OFR) and business systems
- Ability to identify and meet customer needs in a pleasant and friendly manner.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Good telephone and E-mail skills
- Commercial attitude
- Good knowledge in English (verbal/written).
- Results driven and attention to details.
- High degree of written, verbal, and organisational skills.
- Proven hands-on experience in used accounting system is preferred.
- Good experience in MS Excel (e.g., Pivot Tables, charts, etc.) required.
- Strong analytical skills
Why DHL Global Forwarding?
We're open to a range of backgrounds and experiences; the right attributes, strong attention to detail and the ability to work in an agile environment.
Apart from a competitive hourly rate, positive & friendly team, the ability to cross train and offer career progression we also have some awesome Employee Benefits. You will be given guidance and the tools required to succeed, as well as the opportunity to take ownership and grow to your potential.
You also get to work with a great team of passionate people all working towards a common goal – delivering the best, proactive service for our clients!
Excellence. Simply Delivered.
So, if you’re reading this thinking, this is ME! We’d love to hear from you right away.
To be considered for this position you will need valid rights to work and live in Australia.
DHL Global Forwarding
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