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Customs Clerk

Job Summary

The Customs Clerk is responsible for ensuring that clearance of customs shipments (air and ocean) is completed on timely basis and delivery of cargo to warehouse(s) are done safely, effectively and efficiently in accordance with company’s policies, guidelines and SOPs.

Main Accountabilities

Document Management & Record Keeping

·        Prepare entries for clearance of all shipments using various tools e.g ACE in accordance with Customs and Excise requirements within 24hours of receipt of document.

·        Preparation of payments for Custom and Excise, TTBS, freight, Duty and Rent within 2hours of receipt of document or prior to shipment arrival.

·        Seek claim reimbursement from accountable parties where Port Rent and Demurrage charges have been incurred.

·        Maintain all container/shipment updates/logs daily and real time.

·         Track shipments and retrieve shipping documentations from various parties as required.

Pre Clearance Coordination

·        Apply for and manage insurance certificates to ensure appropriate risk coverage for all shipments.

·        Liaise with customs brokers, freight forwarders, and authorities to secure timely shipment clearances.

·        Coordinate with Ports to effect clearance in a timely manner.

Coordination & Communication

·        Coordinate with the Port Authority on their internal system to ensure containers have all five (5) releases which include agent release, demurrage release, document release, Port of Port of Spain release and trucker’s release.

·        Coordinate with haulage companies for delivery of containers to warehouse and return of empty container to port.

·        Liaise and coordinate with shipping agents, banks and customs broker as required.

·        Coordinate with haulage companies for delivery of containers to warehouse and return of empty container to port.

Compliance

·        Maintain strict adherence to export regulations and customer-specific requirements.

·        Stay updated on international trade laws, customs regulations, and insurance standards.

General Requirements

·        Grade one (1) Customs license.

·        Possession of reliable working vehicle.

·        Working knowledge of the various Ports, Customs and Excise and relevant agencies including TTBS requirements.

·        Full knowledge of Trinidad and Tobago Customs Tariff.

·        In-depth knowledge of Asycuda, Ace and Navis.

·        Knowledge of shipping agencies, insurance and other legal requirements.