Trainee Imports Customs Clerk

JobStart Scheme; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A logistics company based in Northern Ireland is offering a hands-on opportunity in customs compliance. The role includes preparing customs declarations, ensuring accuracy, and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have attention to detail and basic IT skills, with full training provided for career progression. Flexible working hours may be available.

Qualifications

• Good accuracy and attention to detail.
• Basic IT skills including spreadsheets.
• Willingness to learn about customs regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process customs declarations.
• Input and verify customs data and tariff codes.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic IT skills

Clear communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Interest in international trade

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: MONTGOMERYS TRANSPORT LTDWe’re offering a hands‑on opportunity to begin a career in international trade and customs compliance. As part of the Montgomery Transport Group, you’ll learn how goods move across borders, how customs procedures work, and how to ensure shipments are cleared accurately and efficiently. Full training and ongoing support will be provided. This position offers full training and clear career progression within Montgomery Transport Group.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process UK and EU customs declarations accurately using systems such as TSS, GVMS, and PBN.
• Input and verify customs data, tariff codes, and shipment values in line with HMRC and Irish Revenue requirements.
• Expedite customs clearances while ensuring full compliance with all regulations and procedures.
• Maintain and update standing data, digital records, and shipment documentation using freight management and customs software.
• Liaise with agents, hauliers, customers, and internal departments to ensure clear communication and smooth movement of goods.
• Support ongoing improvement in customs accuracy and compliance through consistent attention to detail and teamwork.

Skills and Qualifications

• Good accuracy and attention to detail.
• Basic IT skills, including spreadsheets and data entry.
• Willingness to learn about customs regulations and trade procedures.
• Able to organise and to follow structured processes.
• Clear communication skills and a positive attitude to teamwork.
• Interest in international trade, freight forwarding, or customs compliance.
• Any prior administrative or logistics experience (not essential).

Further Information

The Employer is: MONTGOMERYS TRANSPORT LTDJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.