Company Overview

Join an experienced team of professionals! Our client is a well established international freight forwarder based in the inner Southern suburbs, Sydney CBD and an chance has arisen within their Customs team for an experienced Customs Broker.

Position Overview

The Licensed Customs Broker (Team Lead) is responsible for the accurate preparation and lodgement of import and export declarations in compliance with Australian Border Force (ABF) legislation. The role ensures correct tariff classification, valuation, origin determination, and duty calculation while maintaining high levels of accuracy, compliance, and client service. In addition to technical brokerage responsibilities, this position provides day‑to‑day leadership and guidance to a small team, ensuring workflow efficiency, compliance standards, and performance outcomes are consistently achieved.

Operational & Technical Responsibilities

- Prepare and lodge import/export declarations via EDI in accordance with ABF requirements.




- Apply accurate tariff classifications and determine customs value and origin.
- Assess Free Trade Agreement (FTA) eligibility and applicable concessions.
- Calculate duties, GST, and other applicable charges.
- Ensure full compliance with the Customs Act and related regulations.
- Liaise with ABF, freight forwarders, shipping lines, port authorities, and biosecurity agencies.
- Maintain complete and audit‑ready documentation records.
- Provide technical advice to clients regarding customs requirements and documentation.
- Manage workflow efficiently to meet service level agreements.

Leadership & Team Responsibilities

- Provide day‑to‑day support and guidance to brokers, classifiers, and support staff.
- Allocate and monitor workloads to ensure deadlines and service levels are met.
- Conduct quality checks and review co

📌 Customs Broker (City of Sydney)
🏢 Pace Appointments VIC
📍 City of Sydney