JOB DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATION.

Position:  Customs Clerk: Grade I/II

Reports to: Senior Customs Clerk.

Department:    Customs: Port of Spain.

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY.

Responsible for the clearing of vehicles and other cargo in keeping with approved internal/best industry practice, statutory and other mandatory requirements.

Strict adherence to the Company’s Health, Safety, Security and Environment Management System (HSSE) and high levels of professionalism is expected at all times.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure that all cargo are accurately classified using the correct External Tariff Heading.

Prepare all relevant forms for the clearing of cargo and the accurate calculation and processing of applicable duties and taxes.

Ensure that all supporting documents for the clearing of the cargo are received.

Visit as directed, or as required, local Shipping Agents to obtain delivery of the cargo, to verify and or determine arrival dates, make payments and to attend to other matters as it relates to the clearing of cargo.

Visit as directed, or as required, “Customs House” to process shipping documents, make payments and to attend to matters as it relates to shipments.

Coordinate, in conjunction with New Vehicle Brand Managers, the clearance of motor vehicles and other cargo.

Visit as directed, or as required, the Port of Port of Spain and other Port locations, for the clearance of motor vehicles and other cargo.

Update the Company’s software (ACE and Asycuda) in a timely manner.

Any other duties associated with the position.

QUALIFICATIONSAND EXPERIENCE:

Five CXC passes including Mathematics and English Language.

Possession of a Customs Clerk Licence.

Must be Computer literate.

Minimum of Two (2) years’ experience performing in a similar role.

Valid Trinidad & Tobago Driver’s license.

COMPETENCIES:

Excellent work ethics.

Sound knowledge of import laws and all customs regulations.

The ability to understand and interpret laws and regulations.

An appreciation for adherence to policy and procedure.

Demonstrated appreciation for the concept of teamwork.

The ability to multi- task, prioritize and organizing skills.

Excellent communication skills (oral and written.)