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Customs Clearance Operations Manager
Role summary
Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.
The Customs Clearance Operations Manager oversees import and export customs activities, ensuring shipments move compliantly and efficiently through Australian border controls. Requirements typically include substantial experience in customs brokerage, freight forwarding, international trade or logistics operations, along with strong knowledge of Australian customs regulations, tariff classification, import documentation and compliance procedures. Experience leading teams, managing service performance, resolving clearance issues and working with customers, carriers and government agencies is expected. Candidates should demonstrate sound commercial judgment, analytical ability, attention to detail, communication skills and confidence using customs, transport and enterprise systems. Relevant customs broker licensing or formal qualifications in logistics, international trade or business may be advantageous.
Can I work in Australia?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Truck drivers and warehouse staff are not on the Core Skills list; supply and distribution managers and supply chain analysts are, at AUD 79,423+.
Before you apply: Driver jobs need a licence that counts in that country, and a foreign one may not carry over: Japan's truck-driver visa asks for a class 1 licence, Qatar residents sit a driving test, and Ireland's permit list asks for a CE or C1E truck licence or one it recognises.
Watch for: Warehouse and driver jobs go to people who already have work rights, including working holiday makers (6 months per employer); office roles are the ones sponsored.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List (Subclass 482 instrument, LIN 24/089). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Logistics jobs in Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Varies by employer |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Employer pays the nomination fee and training levy (by law); visa fee AUD 4,015, paid by you or the employer |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Pay and overtime | Storage and wholesale award: night shift +30%, afternoon +15%, overtime 150% then 200%; firm deals may differ |
| Contract | Visa up to 4 years; permanent residence possible after 2 years of sponsored work (usually under 45) |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Federal Express Corporation AMEA
Federal Express Corporation, commonly known as FedEx, is a global transportation, logistics and express delivery company serving customers in more than 220 countries and territories. Its services include time-definite international and domestic parcel delivery, freight transportation, customs clearance, supply chain solutions and related technology services. In the Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa region, FedEx supports businesses of all sizes with cross-border trade and integrated delivery networks. The company operates aircraft, vehicles, sorting facilities and digital platforms to connect markets and manage shipments worldwide. Employees work in a highly operational, customer-focused environment where safety, regulatory compliance, reliability and service quality are central. A customs clearance leadership role contributes directly to maintaining compliant international flows, improving shipment visibility and helping customers navigate increasingly complex global trade requirements.