Customs Entry Clerk - ShipShape Expert (Imports/Exports)

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd is recruiting for a Customs Entry Clerk on behalf of a Fortune 500 client in the solar and building materials sector. The role focuses on framing and processing customs entries for seafreight imports and ad hoc airfreight, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

You will liaise with internal teams and authorities, monitor shipments and maintain records. Minimum 3–5 years of entry framing experience, ShipShape exposure, and solid knowledge of import/export regulations are

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of customs entry framing experience in a clearing and forwarding environment (non-negotiable).
• ShipShape experience (non-negotiable).
• Solid knowledge of customs procedures and import/export regulations.
• Experience handling seafreight imports is essential.
• Exposure to export roadfreight shipments into BLNS countries would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Framing and processing customs entries for seafreight imports and ad hoc airfreight shipments.
• Handling the customs clearance process for predominantly import shipments.
• Framing and processing customs entries for ad hoc export roadfreight shipments into BLNS countries (Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia and Eswatini).
• Ensuring customs documentation is accurate and compliant with relevant regulations.
• Liaising with internal departments, customs authorities and service providers to facilitate smooth cargo movement.
• Monitoring shipment statuses and resolving customs-related queries and delays.
• Maintaining accurate customs records and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Deadline management

Tools

ShipShape

Job description

Switch Recruit (Pty) Ltd is recruiting for a Customs Entry Clerk on behalf of a Fortune 500 client in the solar and building materials sector. The role focuses on framing and processing customs entries for seafreight imports and ad hoc airfreight, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

You will liaise with internal teams and authorities, monitor shipments and maintain records. Minimum 3–5 years of entry framing experience, ShipShape exposure, and solid knowledge of import/export regulations are