Trainee Customs Clearance Clerk

Sterling Cross Ltd; Dover; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics company in Dover is seeking a Trainee Customs Clearance Clerk. This role involves supporting customs clearance processes and providing excellent customer service. Full training is provided, making it perfect for individuals eager to start a career in logistics. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background and own transport due to shift patterns.

Benefits

22 days paid holiday per year

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• No previous experience needed – full training provided in-house.
• Able to follow procedures and take direction.
• Own transport essential due to location and shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Support customs clearance and ferry booking processes.
• Communicate professionally with customers.
• Accurately handle data relating to toll tickets and customs documentation.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Eager to learn

Education

Sound educational background

Job description

Trainee Customs Clearance Clerk

£25,000 p.a.
Dover Area, Kent
Permanent – Shifts: 12-hour shifts – 5 shifts in week one, 2 shifts in week two
(Enjoy a full weekend off every other week)

Own transport essential due to location and shift pattern

Kick-start your career in logistics with full training and a supportive team!

Join a growing company at the heart of the freight and customs industry, helping commercial vehicles move efficiently across Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Support customs clearance and ferry booking processes for freight clients
• Communicate professionally with customers both face-to-face and over the phone
• Accurately handle data relating to toll tickets, ferry bookings, and customs documentation
• Work closely with a friendly, fast-paced operational team
• Deliver high-quality customer service as part of daily logistics coordination

Ideal Candidate

• Holds a sound educational background
• Has own transport
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Eager to learn and grow within the logistics industry
• Able to follow procedures, take direction, and contribute to a team-focused environment
• No previous experience needed – full training provided in-house

Benefits

• 22 days paid holiday per year (pro rata)
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking

Perfect For

• Individuals looking to start a logistics or freight career
• Candidates based near Dover or East Kent seeking stable work in a well-established company

Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality.No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency

Due to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience.If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.