Customs Classifier

Consulting Services; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Freight Forwarder is seeking a skilled Customs Broker to join the Head Office team in Brisbane. You will support the Operations & Sales team with import declarations, clearance requirements for Ocean and Air freight, and navigation of Australian customs rules.

The role requires a current Australian Customs Broker Licence, DAFF/AQIS accreditation, and experience handling multiple commodities with a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Current Australian Customs Broker Licence.
• 1–5 years' Australian Customs Broker experience.
• Current DAFF/AQIS accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Customs requirements and procedures.
• Experience with Import Declarations.
• Good understanding of Customs valuations and tariff classifications.
• Experience handling a variety of commodities and customers.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently while also being part of a team.
• Professional and customer-focused approach.
• CargoWise1 experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lodging Import Declarations for a wide variety of products and customers.
• Managing customs clearance requirements for both Ocean and Air freight.
• Reviewing and applying Australian Customs requirements.
• Managing complex Customs valuations and tariff classifications.
• Ensuring import entries are accurate and compliant.
• Liaising with customers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, airlines and other relevant parties.
• Managing AQIS/DAFF and biosecurity requirements.
• Monitoring shipments and ensuring clearances are completed within required timeframes.
• Providing professional advice and support to internal and external customers.
• Identifying and resolving customs-related issues.
• Maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Working collaboratively with the wider operations and customer service teams.

Skills

Customs broker licence

Import declarations

Tariff classifications

AQIS/DAFF accreditation

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

CargoWise1

Job description

The Company

My client is a Global Freight Forwarder with a standout brand and service across the world. As a leader in the Australasian logistics sector, they are an innovative service provider that embraces collaboration, learning, and development. Due to continuous growth & expansion they are looking to add a Customs Broker to the Head Office team based in Brisbane. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will work in a team with a strong focus on supporting key accounts, and process & compliance excellence.

The Role

Supporting the Operations & Sales Team, the Customs Broker main responsibilities will include:

• Lodging Import Declarations for a wide variety of products and customers
• Managing customs clearance requirements for both Ocean and Air freight
• Reviewing and applying Australian Customs requirements
• Managing complex Customs valuations and tariff classifications
• Ensuring import entries are accurate and compliant
• Liaising with customers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, airlines and other relevant parties
• Managing AQIS/DAFF and biosecurity requirements
• Monitoring shipments and ensuring clearances are completed within required timeframes
• Providing professional advice and support to internal and external customersIdentifying and resolving customs-related issues
• Maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Working collaboratively with the wider operations and customer service teams

Your Experience

• Current Australian Customs Broker Licence
• 1-5 years' current Australian Customs Broker experience
• Current DAFF/AQIS accreditation
• Strong knowledge of Australian Customs requirements and procedures
• Experience with Import Declarations
• Good understanding of Customs valuations and tariff classifications
• Experience handling a variety of commodities and customers
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to your work
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• The ability to work independently while also being part of a dedicated team
• A professional and customer-focused approach
• CargoWise1 experience is advantageous