Apprentice Customs Assistant
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Company: DSV ROAD LIMITED
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Location: Essex, CO12 4QG
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £20,000.00 per year
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Sector: Transport and logistics
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Ref: NAS-2000047147
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Application Deadline Date: 27/08/2026
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Start Date: 07/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm.
Brief Description
Opportunity to start an exciting role role within a successful and dynamic company, within the Customs Team, where you will gain training within multiple areas of the customs department.
Training to be Provided
- 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.
Future Prospects
There are various opportunities within DSV that might be suitable progression routes for this apprenticeship for the right candidate.
Vacancy Detail
- Review and check documentation relating to import and export shipments.
- Prepare documentation for import and export shipments.
- Ensure customs declarations are completed accurately and in line with customs requirements.
- Communicate effectively with internal departments, customers, and external stakeholders regarding customs documentation and shipment status.
- Use internal IT systems and customs platforms to process entries and monitor customs clearance activity.
- Maintain accurate records of customs clearances and ensure all systems are updated correctly and efficiently.
- Work in an organised and detail-oriented manner to ensure operational accuracy and compliance.
- Prepare accurated documentation for Warehouse, Haulage, Distribution, and Shipping Departments to support the timely loading and offloading of cargo.
Other Information
Some previous knowledge of the freight sector would be beneficial but not essential.
As DSV are looking to give apprentices exposure to different DSV sites, a full clean driving licence would be beneficial.