Transport and Import Customs Administrator

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Portadown; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 Days annual leave

Pension plan

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Kingspan Water and Energy is seeking a highly organised Transport & Import Customs Administrator for our Portadown site. You will manage import customs entries for GB to NI and support the transport team with varied administrative duties.

Working with our Logistics Manager, you will handle documentation, liaise with suppliers and brokers, and ensure HMRC compliance while supporting EXW shipments and ERP-based purchasing.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of import customs entries.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Experience using TSS and/or CDS.
• Good IT and Microsoft Office skills.
• Previous experience within logistics, customs, freight, or supply chain administration.

Responsibilities

• Complete import customs entries for goods moving from GB to NI using the TSS portal.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain customs invoices and verify commercial invoice accuracy.
• Work closely with Kingspan GB sites regarding intercompany transfers and associated customs documentation.
• Assist with export declarations and ensure all documentation is compliant and accurate.
• Liaise with Kingspan's customs broker to ensure compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Arrange collections from suppliers for EXW shipments.
• Raise purchase orders using Kingspan's ERP system (Infor LN).
• Manage shipments through freight agent portals including DPD and DHL.
• Support E-Commerce and Parts Business shipments from GB suppliers to EU and Rest of World customers.
• Provide administrative support and holiday cover across the Transport department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Under pressure

Team collaboration

Import customs knowledge

Logistics experience

Problem solving

Tools

Infor LN

MS Office

TSS

CDS

Job description

Transport and Import Customs Administrator

Kingspan Water and Energy

Location: On site / Portadown, Craigavon, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Supply Chain | Logistics
AnnualFixed salary:£ 27000.00

Join Kingspan and Make a Difference

Kingspan is a global leader in high-performance insulation and building envelope solutions. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating better buildings for a better world.

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Transport & Import Customs Administrator to join our Logistics team in Portadown. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with customs administration experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to develop their career within a global manufacturing business.

About the Role

Working at the Gilford Road site and reporting to the Logistics Manager, you will be responsible for completing import customs entries for goods moving from Great Britain to Northern Ireland while also supporting the transport team with a range of administrative duties.

Key Responsibilities

Customs Administration

• Complete import customs entries for goods moving from GB to NI using the TSS portal.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain customs invoices and verify commercial invoice accuracy.
• Work closely with Kingspan GB sites regarding intercompany transfers and associated customs documentation.
• Assist with export declarations and ensure all documentation is compliant and accurate.
• Liaise with Kingspan's customs broker to ensure compliance with HMRC requirements.

Transport Administration

• Arrange collections from suppliers for EXW shipments.
• Raise purchase orders using Kingspan's ERP system (Infor LN).
• Manage shipments through freight agent portals including DPD and DHL.
• Support E-Commerce and Parts Business shipments from GB suppliers to EU and Rest of World customers.
• Provide administrative support and holiday cover across the Transport department.

What We're Looking For

• Knowledge of import customs entries.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Experience using TSS and/or CDS.
• Good IT and Microsoft Office skills.
• Previous experience within logistics, customs, freight, or supply chain administration.

Why Kingspan?

• Career Growth: Access to career development programs and internal job opportunities for personal and professional advancement.
• Training & Development: Ongoing training to enhance your skills.
• Hours: 8.30am - 5pm Monday to Friday on Portadown site.
• Mentorship: Receive support and guidance from senior leaders to help you progress in your career.
• Team Culture: Be part of a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive team environment.
• Health & Wellness Benefits: Discounted gym memberships, eye tests, and access to virtual health services.
• Financial Security: Attractive pension plans and life assurance up to four times your salary.
• Employee Perks: 33 Days annual leave, Employee discounts, Cycle to Work Scheme, referral bonuses, and more

Kingspan is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Selection for employment, promotion, training, or any other benefit is based solely on merit and business needs.