Customs Clerk

Clydesdale Personnel Management (Afropulse 89 (Pty) Ltd); Durban; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Clydesdale Personnel Management (Afropulse 89 (Pty) Ltd) is seeking a Junior Customs Clerk in Durban to support the Customs Department with declarations, documentation, and data capture. The role involves ensuring SARS compliance, bonded cargo processes, and timely entry processing under supervision.

You will handle data capture from invoices and packing lists, maintain records, and assist senior staff during peak periods, contributing to efficient freight forwarding operations.

Qualifications

• Grade 12/ Matric is required; an industry-relevant qualification is an advantage.
• Experience in customs, clearing & forwarding, logistics, or freight administration is advantageous.
• Basic understanding of SARS requirements and customs procedures.

Responsibilities

• Capture customs declarations accurately and timeously on the company system.
• Assist with preparation and processing of import and export entries.
• Assist with bonded cargo processing and related documentation.
• Prepare and capture SARS bond-related documentation.
• Verify tariff codes, values, quantities, and origin on declarations under supervision.
• Assist with amendments, cancellations, and corrections to entries.
• Capture information from invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and related docs.
• Follow SARS/ SOPs and ensure timely declarations.
• Maintain records and assist with reporting and admin tasks.
• Provide support to senior staff during busy periods.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication

Team support

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Industry-relevant qualification (advantage)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

EDI systems

Job description

Junior Customs Clerk

Customs / Clearing & Forwarding (Durban Operations
Mobeni- Durban

Reports To: Customs Manager / Customs Supervisor
Duration:Permanent

Our client based in Umbilo is currently seeking an energetic and motivated Junior Customs Clerk to join our expanding Customs / Clearing & Forwarding division. The position provides an excellent opportunity to develop practical knowledge and experience in South African customs clearance, SARS Customs and Excise procedures, bonded cargo, customs documentation, and freight-forwarding operations, with a direct career progression track.

Position Purpose

The Junior Customs Clerk provides administrative and operational support to the Customs Department by assisting with the preparation, capturing, and monitoring of customs declarations and related documentation. The role is responsible for ensuring that customs entries and supporting documents are accurately captured in accordance with SARS Customs and Excise legislation, company procedures, and applicable customs requirements.

Customs Documentation & Capturing

• System Entry: Capture customs declarations accurately and timeously on the company’s customs system.


• Entry Processing: Assist with the preparation and processing of import and export customs entries.


• Bonded Cargo: Assist with the capturing and processing of bonded cargo and bonded warehouse movements.


• SARS Documentation: Assist with the preparation and capturing of bond-related documentation in accordance with SARS requirements.


• Declaration Verification: Check tariff codes, customs values, quantities, weights, country of origin, and other relevant declaration information under supervision.


• Voucher Corrections: Assist with the processing of amendments, cancellations, and corrections to customs entries where required.


• Data Capturing: Capture information from commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading/air waybills, and other supporting documentation.

SARS & Customs Compliance

• SOP Adherence: Follow SARS Customs and Excise requirements and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).


• Timeline Enforcement: Ensure customs declarations are captured accurately and within required deadlines.


• Record Retention: Maintain accurate records of customs entries and supporting documentation.


• Escalation Control: Escalate discrepancies, potential compliance issues, or unusual transactions to the Senior Customs Clerk or Customs Supervisor.


• Information Security: Maintain strict confidentiality of customer and company information.


• Query Tracking: Monitor the progress of customs entries and follow up on outstanding documentation or queries.


• Team Support: Provide support to senior customs staff during busy periods and assist with prioritising urgent shipments.

Administrative Duties

• Filing Management: Maintain organised electronic and physical filing systems ensuring documents can be retrieved efficiently.


• Reporting Assistance: Assist with reports, spreadsheets, and customs-related administrative tasks.


• System Maintenance: Keep records up to date and ensure information is accurately captured on internal systems.

Requirements

• Education: Grade 12 / Matric certificate is required; an industry-relevant qualification is an advantage.


• Experience: Previous experience in customs, clearing & forwarding, logistics, or freight administration is highly advantageous.


• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of customs procedures, bonded cargo processing, and SARS requirements.


• Computer Skills: Computer literate, particularly proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel. Experience with specialized customs or freight-forwarding EDI systems is beneficial.


• Competencies: Good numerical and administrative skills, written and verbal communication clarity, high accuracy, and strict attention to detail.


• Operational Traits: Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet strict submission deadlines, manage time efficiently, and collaborate successfully within a team environment.