Examine all import documentation to ensure all relevant information is available to comply with the Customs & Excise Act 1996
Prepare import documentation as required by the Customs & Excise Act 1996 to obtain Customs Delivery
Consider all relevant material in order to determine Tariff classification
Arrange for all relevant import permits to be obtained
Arrange for Quarantine clearance of import goods
Attend to Quarantine treatments as directed
Apply for duty concessions as required and liase with Ministry of Commerce
Attend to examination of cargoes as required by NZ Customs Service
Attend to examination of cargoes as required by Insurers or Shipping Companies
Lodge pro-forma and value claims as required in respect of damaged or lost cargo
Lodge Bills of Lading with Shipping Companies / Forwarders to obtain delivery
Attend to payment of freight, port and terminal charges
Arrange for letters of indemnity as required in the absence of Bills of Lading
Advise in respect of shipping timetables and services available
Co-ordinate and liase with transport operators to ensure the timely and efficient oncarriage of cargoes to site
Attend to freight movements as required from overseas including liasion with shipping lines, air lines and forwarders