Licensed Customs Agent

Company DescriptionNeptune Pacific Direct Line (NPDL) operates market leading brands in shipping and logistics services across 18 Pacific Island markets. NPDL is the largest carrier in its core Pacific Island markets operating eight container ships and servicing 18 Pacific Island nations.We currently have a great opportunity for the position of Licensed Customs Agent based at our Nadi Office who will be responsible for clearance of imported goods by correct tariff classification for the calculation of Customs payments and serves as intermediary between importers, shipping lines and Customs. The Customs Agent will report to Imports Manager.Job DescriptionReceive documents from Customer Care personnel for clearance purpose. This should include Bill of Lading, Suppliers Invoices, Evidence of Payment, C45 and Concession Letters where applicablePrepare and compile documents required by FRCS for the discharge/clearance of foreign cargo at domestic port. Prepare entry papers from suppliers invoice in accordance with Fiji Customs Service regulations and of other government agencies bearing on importation of goods, such as Biosecurity, Ministry of Health. Calculate value for Duty in accordance with appropriate tariffs. You must be well-versed in determining proper classifications and dutiable value and be fully aware of the vast number of commodities subjects. Requests for disbursement approvals from the Credit team. Based on client trading terms it will either be “COD” on which payment is to be collected on delivery of cargo, “on account” on which the credit team takes responsibility of collecting payment or “payment upfront” for first time clearances. Lodgment of documents to Customs for approvals. Arrangement of payment once D&V is confirmed and approved by CustomsProvide storage of imported goods if required upon request by client or under bond to premises should clearance take more than intended timeConfirm mode of delivery and advice delivery clerk to make arrangement with Transport DepartmentShould the need arise; prepare documents for clients desiring to appeal duty charges imposed by FRCS. Weekly summation of jobs done – cleared/uncleared/transshipments. If the operations staff are busy, the agent is to attend to examination at the premises of the client and execute delivery. assisting with exports and transshipment entry registration when required. QualificationsDiploma in Business Customs or Higher Education Diploma in CustomsHold a Customs Brokers LicenseValid Group 2 driver's License FRCS Authorized Clerk Examination Pass & CertificateRelevant experience in a similar roleKnowledge of Shipping and Logistics Operations. Experience in dealing with customs clearance and logisticsExcellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skillsHigh level of integrity and work ethics; strong attention to detailPro-active team playerHighly skilled with technology and intermediate proficiency with Microsoft suite3- 5 years experience in preparation of Customs Import / Export and Drawback entries. Additional InformationCompetitive benefits packageOpportunity for development and internal mobilityWonderful Giving (wonderfulgiving.com) - allowing you to donate company money to a cause of your choiceProject Wonderful - Staff spend a day in the community helping with various projectsCompany focused on wellness and healthTo be considered for this role you must have the legal right to live and work in Fiji.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.EEO is the law - click here for more informationEEO is the law - click here for more information