Customs Graduate Programme

About the role

DHL Express South Africa is launching a Customs Graduate Programme for recent graduates and unemployed graduates. The 12‑to‑24‑month rotational development plan gives participants hands‑on experience across multiple divisions of the Sun Sahara Africa Express business, preparing them for a future career in international logistics.

Key responsibilities

• Rotate through key functional areas such as customs clearance, operations, and customer service.
• Support daily customs documentation and compliance activities.
• Assist senior teams in handling cross‑border shipments and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in structured learning sessions and on‑the‑job training.
• Contribute to process improvement projects and data analysis tasks.

Required profile

• Recent graduate (within 12 months) or recent graduate seeking entry‑level experience.
• Strong interest in logistics, supply chain, or customs operations.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer‑centric mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, multicultural environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Rotational exposure to multiple business units within DHL Express.
• Structured learning programme combined with real‑world project work.
• Mentorship from experienced logistics professionals.
• Potential for permanent placement after successful completion of the contract.
• Competitive fixed‑term contract and development opportunities.