Customs House Brokerage – Quality Assurer

Damco Spain SL; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Durban is looking for a Customs House Brokerage – Quality Assurer. The role involves ensuring compliance and quality checks for customs declarations, and requires 3–5 years in a similar role, along with specific certifications. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, a team player, and proficient in Microsoft tools. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is part of the company culture.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) with Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Clearing Certificate.
• SDS Clearing Part II certificate (Advanced clearing) or equivalent.
• 3–5 years’ experience in a quality assurance role.
• Proficiency in Excel, OneNote, Microsoft Teams, Outlook.
• Fluent in English. Experience in Cargo Wise is a benefit.

Responsibilities

• Determine correct and compliant HS code classifications for customs declarations.
• Quality check all types of customs declarations processed.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Check and process import and export documents.
• Advise on trade agreements and customs valuations.
• Highlight opportunities for process automation and improvement.
• Ensure quality standards are met and processes documented.
• Maintain accurate records and update on new developments.

Job description

Customs House Brokerage – Quality Assurer JL3

Would you like to be part of a value-driven, commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? We have an opportunity for a Customs House Brokerage – Quality Assurer to join our team in Durban.

Overview

Maersk offers a culturally diverse, stimulating environment with opportunities to work in a global setting. We value individual performance within professional teams and emphasize teamwork built on acceptance, respect, dedication, and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine correct and compliant HS code classifications for all customs declarations.
• Quality check all types of customs declarations processed through the CHB execution department.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements set out by relevant authorities.
• Check and process import and export documents, including bills of entry, permission letters, and ad-hoc procedures.
• Advise on trade agreements, customs tariff classifications, and customs valuations.
• Undertake functions with various external parties, including S.A.B.S., NCRS, and SAPS.
• Highlight opportunities for process automation and improvement.
• Ensure quality standards are met and processes are adequately documented.
• Maintain accurate records and update staff and clients on new developments and notices.

Who We Are Looking For

• Grade 12 (Matric) with Logistics/Freight Forwarding & Clearing Certificate.
• SDS Clearing Part II certificate (Advanced clearing) or equivalent.
• 3–5 years’ experience in a quality assurance role.
• Proficiency in Excel, OneNote, Microsoft Teams, Outlook
• Fluent in English. Experience in Cargo Wise is a benefit.

Critical Skills

• Honesty and integrity
• Strong communication skills
• Team player with a positive attitude
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Passion for the industry
• Ability to work under pressure

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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