VACANCY ANNOUCEMENT 2024/01

South Pacific Oil Limited is one of the largest Corporate Organizations in the Solomon Islands. It imports and sells petroleum products: unleaded petrol, Automotive Diesel, Jet A1 fuels and a large range of automotive, marine and industrial lubricants. It is 100% owned by the people of the Solomon Islands through their contribution to the Solomon Islands National Provident Fund. SPO is fully committed to gender equality and both men and women are encouraged to apply.

We have a fantastic opportunity for any interested person who wants to join our Terminal Operations team. These roles are great opportunities for someone looking to further develop their career within a fuel and oil industry. Hence, we are inviting application from interested and eligible candidates for the following position:

Customs Clearance Officer

Summary of Key functions:

• Customs Clearance of all South Pacific Oil Ltd Exports and Imports
• Manage SPO Monthly fuel Bond Duty and payments
• Manage all container movements in and out of company premises, tracking containers storage and detentions
• Report any issues to Supply & Logistics Assistant Manager, and Terminal Operations Manager

Competencies Required

• Familiarity with Solomon Islands customs & excise regulations and procedures
• Strong knowledge of SIG Customs laws and regulations
• Understands well and can use the SIG Customs Asycuda System Software to clear imported and under bond items
• Be able to manage own performance, is self-disciplined and able to work with minimum supervision
• Must be a team player and be part of a group of authentically motivated staff
• Reliable and can manage changes
• Have a good analytical skill to be able to work with minimum supervision
• Take the initiative to review processes where existing processes either have deficiencies or in changed conditions
• Must have a good communication skill, to be able to communicate with subordinates, storemen, drivers and the management team

Qualification and Experiences:

A bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, international trade, or a related field is preferred, but Minimum of a high school diploma with SIG Customs Asycuda System Certificate, or at least 2-3 years of work experience in customs clearance using the Asycuda system software, and having a strong knowledge of the SIG Customs Law & Regulations will be considered.

Level: Level 6 Contract Type: Fixed Term Appointment

Submit your application including a detailed curriculum vitae with copies of certificates, names and addresses of two (2) referees to the Human Resources Manager, South Pacific Oil Limited, PO Box 879, Honiara or email to recruitments@spo.com.sb or hand-delivered to our Office on 3th Floor, NPF Building. Queries relating to the positions can be directed to the HR and Corporate Office on telephone number 25225.

Applications close on 11th April 2024, 4:30pm. “Only shortlisted applicants will be notified