Customs Broker

Henning Harders (New Zealand); Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Henning Harders seeks an enthusiastic Customs Broker to join our Customs team across Australian offices. You will handle formal lodging of declarations, classification, and compliance while mentoring junior staff and liaising with internal teams.

You must hold a current Australian Customs Brokers Licence, maintain CPD, and be familiar with DAFF accreditation. Hybrid work arrangements are available, with 3 days in the office for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Must have current Australian Customs Brokers Licence.
• CPD completed historically and up to date.
• Must have 19.1 and 19.2 approved arrangement accreditation with DAFF.
• Strong understanding of government regulations and INCOTERMS.
• Experience with BICON and COLS.

Responsibilities

• Formal lodgment of customs declarations.
• Provide mentorship and support to compilers/classifiers.
• Assess commodity and non-commodity documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Understand diverse range of commodities and ensure classification aligns with regulations.
• Identify opportunities for reducing duty and GST where possible.
• Provide high-level customer service for technical advice.
• Assist with internal audits and quarterly reviews.
• Complete refund and drawback applications as required.
• Collaborate with advisory team and drive process improvements.

Skills

Customs brokerage knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

MS Excel

Tools

BICON

COLS

Outlook

Job description

Due to growth we are seeking an enthusiastic Customs Broker to join our Customs team. You will work closely with our internal teams and will be a critical team member who ensures efficient and compliant customs clearance for a broad range of commodities.

The position vacant can be filled at any of our Australian office locations being Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide or Perth.

Tasks for the role include;

-Formal lodgment of customs declarations

-Provide mentorship and support to compilers/classifiers

-Assess commodity and non commodity documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance

-Understand a diverse range of commodities and ensure classification is in line with Government Acts and Regulations

-Strive to identify and use the lowest rate of duty and GST for all entries

-Ensure CP questions are answered accurately with supporting detail

-Ensure outcomes such as directions are accurate and as desired

-Provide a high level of customer service internally and externally for technical advice matters

-Assist with internal audits

-Complete refund and drawback applications as required.

-Collaborate with our advisory team

-Identify opportunities for process improvement

-Maintain knowledge of relative legislations -Attend seminars as required for learning and current events. Online and face-to-face

-Maintain government relations and monitor border watch concerns

Experience and skills required for this role include;

• Must have current Australian Customs Brokers Licence
• CPD completed historically and up to date currently
• Must have 19.1 and 19.2 approved arrangement accreditation with DAFF
• Strong understanding of government regulations and law, international shipping regulations, customs procedures, and INCOTERMS.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• CW1 experience preferred
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge and experience lodging a diverse range of commodities.
• Sound knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with BICON and COLS.
• Motivated individual who works well within a corporate, compliance-focused industry environment.
• Teamwork oriented.
• Comply with Quality Management System requirements.

Salary is negotiable depending on experience. All operations within Harders are Australian based. Hybrid working arrangements of 3 days per week in office available for the right candidate.