Logistics Customs Advisor

About Woodside Energy

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

Woodside Culture

We recognise that a key contributor to our success is an inclusive culture that promotes diversity and a sense of belonging.

Flexible work arrangements including part-time hours or partial work-from-home options will be considered – please indicate on your resume if you wish to be considered for a position with flexible working arrangements.

About the Role:

The position responsible for ensuring compliance with Mexican and International customs regulations, facilitating the smooth and efficient passage of goods across borders, importation of marine vessels and providing expert advice on customs-related matters.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Based in the Company’s Tampico office, the expectations of the role are:
•    Act as the local ambassador for Trion Logistics in with Customs and Border Authorities in Mexico
•    Provide expertise on Mexican and international customs, import and exportation matters, during the project and operations phases.
•    Close liaison with Trion Delivery Teams to provide advice and support on customs-related and importation matters, ensuring their needs are met and compliance is maintained
•    Close liaison with Trion Delivery Teams to provide advice and support on vessel and facility importation matters, ensuring their needs are met and compliance is maintained
•    Provide Trion EPC contractors Woodside support on customs-related and importation matters, ensuring their needs are met and compliance is maintained
•    Determine and provide advice on the appropriate tariff classification for imported or exported goods to ensure accurate calculation of duties, taxes, and restrictions.
•    Produce and Maintain Trion Project Specific Procedures and work instructions to ensure compliance  
•    Liaise with Customs Agent and ensure correct preparation of all necessary documentation for cargo clearance, including commercial invoices, certificates of origin, and customs declarations
•    Ensure Company stays up to date with changing customs and trade regulations to ensure all import and export operations comply with current laws.
•    Ensure Company stays up to date with changing customs and trade regulations to ensure all vessels and facility importations to comply with current laws.
•    Identify and manage any special licenses or additional permits required for the transportation of certain goods.
•    Assess the costs and risks associated with international trade operations, including tariffs, taxes, logistics costs, and potential customs obstacles
•    Act as a key intermediary between the company and customs authorities, ensuring efficient and smooth customs clearance
•    Manage and track all importation / export records, ensure timely renewal of temporary importations, to ensure continuous compliance.
•    Conduct customs audits, compliance reviews and identify corrective actions if necessary.
•    Manage all emails and attend meetings relating to customs and importation ensuring timely responses.
•    Ensure timely submission of monthly data for reporting requirements for example but not limited to data and kpi’s

Skills & Experience:

Key competencies and skills

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in customs within the Oil and Gas Industry

•    Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in customs advisory or a related role

•    Strong knowledge of customs regulations and procedures.

•    Excellent Spanish / English communication and interpersonal skill

•    Experience with Mexican customs related software and procedures

•    Strong organisational skills, proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.

•    Able to work with minimal supervision 

•    Able to make quick decisions in a reactive environment.

•    Always behaves in a manner consistent with the behaviours agreed in the company values

•    Ability to work effectively in a team environment but also autonomously when required.

•    Ability to manage multiple stakeholders with conflicting interests and the ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. 

Desired Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in international Trade, Logistics, or a related field
• Certification in customs brokerage or a related field

Role Location: Tampico 

Proficiency in English is required

Resumes are required to be submitted in English

If you think you can do this job but don’t meet all the criteria, that’s OK! Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.

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Recognition & Reward:

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
• Industry-leading 18 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Values led culture
• Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce. 

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 25 April 2028.

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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.