Ocean Freight Import Clerk

Noble Recruiting are currently recruiting a confident and experienced Ocean Freight Import Clerk to join our friendly and proactive Client in Basildon, Essex.

Due to the nature of our roles, candidates must be a UK Resident residing within the local area. Please note we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.

Key Benefits on offer:

There is a great package which will be detailed at initial interview stage with Noble Recruiting.

Permanent, Full-time position (Monday-Friday 09:00 - 17:30)

Free parking on site

Permanent role available at this company as they continue to expand with long term contracts being won.

This company is an exceptionally good employer with a reputation as an excellent place to work, they offer stability and all together good management and friendly, personable team!

Currently seeking a proactive Ocean Freight Import Clerk to join the logistics team. The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of import processes and regulations.

Your responsibilities include:

• Manage import files from booking to final delivery, ensuring accurate and timely data entry into the freight management system.
• Liaise with overseas agents, shipping lines, and carriers to obtain arrival notices, bills of lading, and other necessary documents.
• Ensure accurate and compliant customs entries are completed.
• Track shipments and update customers on ETA, clearance progress, and delivery status.
• Verify and process freight invoices, including ocean freight, port fees, and customs charges.
• Prepare and distribute arrival notices and delivery instructions to clients and haulage companies.
• Resolve discrepancies or delays with shipments, proactively communicating issues to clients and internal teams.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners.

You will need:

• Minimum 3-4 years' experience in Ocean Freight Import Operations within a Freight Forwarding environment.
• Strong knowledge of shipping documentation (e.g., bill of lading, commercial invoice, packing list).
• Familiarity with customs clearance procedures and INCOTERMS.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with both FCL and LCL shipments.
• Basic understanding of port operations and container logistics.
• Previous use of customs software systems (e.g., CHIEF/CDS).
• Driver with own transport is desirable.
• UK resident and the right to work in the UK.

Important Notice: Noble Recruiting Limited, based in Billericay, Essex, is an equal opportunities employer. With over 17 years of industry experience, we specialise in both permanent recruitment and the provision of temporary workers. By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal data by Noble Recruiting Limited. For further details on how we manage applicant data, please refer to our Privacy Policy available on our website.

Application Status: Due to the high volume of applications received, we regret that if you do not hear from us within 14 days, your application has not been successful on this occasion.