Customs Agent

Job description Role: Customs Agent, Woodside Global Responsible to: Customs Team Manager Salary: Competitive (depending on experience) Shift pattern: 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday, with 1 weekend in every 9 on call Hours of work: 09.00 - 17.30 About us: Woodside Global is the customs clearance and freight-forwarding division of Woodside Logistics Group working both independently of and in conjunction with its sister transport divisions: Woodside Haulage, Woodside Tankfreight, Woodside Motorfreight and Woodside Distribution. Job Summary: Working within Woodside Global, the freight forwarding and customs division of Woodside Logistics Group, this person's primary role will be handling import & export shipments and full Customs Clearance facilities across the UK and Ireland. Full training will be given on all aspects of Customs Clearance work although previous experience is advantageous. The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator and be commercially aware with great attention to detail. They will work well as part of a team and will promote good working relationships with internal and external colleagues. You will liaise both internally & externally to ensure all customs procedures are followed, enabling the efficient movement of goods between and UK & Ireland North & South. The Person: Will possess excellent verbal, written, and communication skills with the ability to communicate across different media High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service to our customers, colleagues, and partners. Strong overall I.T. knowledge is essential as there will be exposure to several different operating systems. Essential criteria: 1 years' previous administrative experience working within a fast paced, busy office environment 1 years' previous experience in the use of all Microsoft packages Previous Customs Broker or Forwarding Agent experience Previous experience working in a busy transport office or logistics background Benefits: Competitive salary Excellent benefits package 33 days holidays per year Fully funded health plan with Healthshield Long service recognition Cycle to work scheme Opportunities for personal development Role specific training Email your CV to Our Diversity and Inclusion commitments Woodside Logistics Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture amongst the whole workforce. It is within our best interest to promote diversity and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. Our aim is to ensure that all employees and job applicants are given equal opportunity and that our organisation is representative of all sections of society. Each employee will be respected and valued and able to give their best as a result. We believe in creating an inclusive environment and it's an essential part of our culture. We expect all of our employees to treat each other equally, honestly and with respect. We want our employees to trust that their differences are respected and valued so they can genuinely be themselves at work. Please note the company operate pre-employment drugs screening testing and any offer of employment made is conditional upon a clear pre-employment drugs screening test. #NIJobs Closing date: 18/10/2024 Location: Ballynure Hours per week: 40 To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.