Job Description

Based in Middlesbrough Depot

* £130 per day with an increase once training is completed.

* Working hours are to start between 07:00 – 08:00 and complete an 8 hour day

Client detail

A world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the Group manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector. We are almost 30.000 employees, across more than 52 countries. Everyone at our company has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

1. OVERALL, PURPOSE OF ROLE:

The purpose of the “Depot Customs Support” role is to support the depot in Customs activities. Including supporting Customs activities for our client in Middlesbrough depot and their vessels.

This involves communicating with different departments and external service providers to determine the requirements for the movement of equipment, and assisting in the creation of and ensuring all paperwork is correct to enable the smooth collection and delivery of equipment.

As an extension to this, the ‘Depot Customs Support’ role is also involved in the responsibility for the keeping registers and relevant documentation for the transportation and import / export of goods, in line with UK customs and our client's requirements.

1. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

* Assist Depot and Customs Coordinator in all company customs requirements.

* Register and assist in creating documents for the national and international transportation of goods for client

* Liaise with hauliers to get equipment moved where required.

* Populate registers with transportation and customs information to meet record keeping requirements of our client and HMRC.

* Check internal paperwork and customs paperwork to ensure accuracy, and when required make amendments.

* Assist with Client movements and documentation if required.

* Follow Health and safety standards, observe and report any areas for improvement or where standards are not being met.

* Flexibility is essential as vessel activity is hard to plan. You will work around the vessel schedules and weekend work will be required at times. It is also possible that there could be a requirement to work at different locations both in and outside of the UK.

The duties contained in this job description are not exhaustive and the job holder may be asked by management to undertake reasonable duties associated with this function.

1. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Qualifications:

* GCSE in mathematics and English language (or equivalent)

Minimum Experience:

* Proficient in the use of IT systems, such as Microsoft Office.

* Excellent communication skills with colleagues and the ability to develop relationships both internally and externally.

* Understanding of UK customs requirements for the import and export of equipment and goods.

Nonessential Experience:

* Experience with transportation and logistics both nationally and internationally