Customs Apprentice

Preparing and processing customs entries for imports, exports, and transit declarations using Cargowise, CNS, Destin8 etc. Liaising with HMRC, port authorities, and internal teams to ensure smooth and compliant clearances. Managing a variety of procedures including Home Use, Temporary Admission, T1 transit, CFSP, Customs Warehousing, and Export Declarations. Classifying goods using the UK Global Tariff and ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete. Advising clients on customs requirements and assisting with queries or post-entry corrections. Keeping up to date with UK customs regulations and changes in legislation. Working collaboratively with freight, warehousing, and transport teams to meet tight deadlines. 

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 Apprenticeship will initially be a 24-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC), with the aim that the apprentice either move onto a further Apprenticeship or a permanent role within the business – subject to a suitable vacancy being available and in line with the selection process for the role. 

Employer Description:

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is one of the five DHL divisions within DPDHL Group. DGF UK specialise in shipping freight by air and sea. We are the world and UK market leader for airfreight and number two for ocean freight. At DGF we have over 30,000 employees working across more than 200 countries. In the UK we have over 1,000 colleagues working across office, warehouse and transport roles. We collect, store and deliver the goods and handle customs formalities.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday – 9am – 5.30pm.

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