Customs Apprentice (Road Freight Forwarding)

As a Customs Apprentice, you'll learn how international goods move around the world and play a key role in ensuring shipments comply with customs regulations.

Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

Booking and managing international shipments. Preparing and submitting customs declarations to HMRC. Communicating with customers, carriers, ports and logistics partners worldwide. Assisting with transport planning and coordination. Producing quotations and supporting financial processes. Learning about import and export regulations. Providing excellent customer service and problem-solving support.

Training:
On the job training delivered by the employer. Apprentices without Level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end point assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeships English and mathematics minimum requirement is Entry Level 3. Allocation of an apprenticeship delivery coach who will carry out regular training. Assessment and support visits to ensure you acquire new learning, knowledge skills and behaviours in order to progress and develop. Identify, track and support 6 hours off the job training activities. Quarterly formal progress review meetings, identifying learning achievements and next steps.

Training Outcome:

The logistics industry offers a wide range of career pathways. After completing your apprenticeship, you could progress into areas such as:

Customs Compliance Freight Forwarding Supply Chain Management Customer Service Operations Sales and Business Development International Trade

Employer Description:

Simarco is an award-winning international logistics provider, driven by a deep understanding of the fast-paced nature of global trade. We specialise in delivering bespoke freight solutions across the UK, Europe, and worldwide, offering flexible, fully tailored services that are designed to meet the unique needs of our clients.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.30pm (1 hour lunch).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative