The $100k entry level job that needs workers in Australia
Young Australians have been urged to explore a career in customs law, where some entry-level jobs offer starting salaries of more than $100,000.
Despite the attractive pay, insiders warn of a looming shortage of customs brokers as the profession’s current workforce ages.
Customs brokers ensure that imported and exported goods comply with customs regulations on both sides and are essential for the smooth flow of goods in and out of the country.
Supply chain expert and director of Transitainer WA, Kelly Crossley, warned the sector is on the brink of crisis due to a shortage of new recruits.
“Customs brokers are the nation’s gateway to the smooth flow of goods across borders, and they navigate complex customs regulations, ensure compliance and help businesses avoid costly delays and fines,” she said WA Today.
“Without customs brokers, nothing comes in and nothing goes out of Australia,” she said.
According to Crossley, more than half of Australia’s 1,609 licensed customs brokers are over 50 years old.
She urged young people to take up a role in the profession.
Supply chain expert and director of Transitainer WA, Kelly Crossley, warned the sector is on the brink of crisis due to a shortage of new recruits
Young Australians have been urged to explore careers in the port industry, where some entry-level jobs offer starting salaries of more than $100,000
“What makes a good customs broker is analytical skills and attention to detail,” she said.
‘They also need good time management skills and problem-solving skills.
According to job site SEEK, customs brokers in Australia generally earn between $95,000 and $115,000. However, some positions can offer salaries in excess of $170,000.
Aspiring brokers must obtain a diploma in customs brokering, pass an exam administered by the Australian Border Force and obtain a customs brokering license in order to practice.