Administrator

Lindsay Brothers Management Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Family-oriented culture

Free onsite parking

Recognition rewards

Referral bonus

Salary packaging

Partner discounts

Job summary

Lindsay Australia is seeking a dedicated Transport Administrator to join our Adelaide team on a full-time, ongoing basis. You will support day-to-day transport operations, data entry, manifests, and reporting, ensuring accurate documentation and smooth service delivery.

This role focuses on coordinating with customers and depot staff, handling load planning, driver debriefs, and meeting regulatory standards while delivering excellent service and value to our clients.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in transport administration or operations support, ideally within transport, warehousing and logistics.
• Polished communication, an exceptional service mindset and natural relationship-building skills.
• Strong MS Office and systems confidence.
• Ability to prioritise high volumes of work and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude with the willingness to learn.
• Superior planning and organisational skills, with excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Allocate daily operational duties and resources.
• Prepare manifests and transport documentation.
• Coordinate with key customers and manage urgent service escalations.
• Conduct driver debriefs and review daily paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage freight bookings, delivery schedules, and customer requests.
• Provide operational support and work closely with depot staff to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Assist the Administration Team and Depot Manager with daily administrative tasks and reporting requirements.
• Maintain effective communication across operations to support service performance and customer satisfaction.
• Assist with load planning and operational support.
• Ensure all transport documents are accurately completed, filed and used in line with relevant transport industry regulatory standards

Skills

Transport administration

Operations support

MS Office

Communication

Time management

Relationship building

Job description

Transport Administrator | Full time, Ongoing Location: Adelaide, South Australia Schedule: Mon - Friday Day Shift + occasional weekend work (overtime) Hourly Rate: $31.69 + penalties

Who We Are

Lindsay Australia is a leading provider of integrated transport, logistics, and rural supply chain solutions, supporting the food processing, fresh produce, and horticultural industries. Through our specialised Transport and Rural divisions, we deliver end-to-end services including road and rail transport, warehousing, and value-added capabilities across an extensive Australia-wide network.

Why You’ll Love This Role

We are looking for a Full-time Transport Administrator. Do you thrive on pace, problem-solving and the realities of transport and logistics? In this role, you will provide essential administrative support for day-to-day activities, focusing heavily on data entry, manifesting, general administration tasks and debriefing.

What You’ll Do

• Allocate daily operational duties and resources
• Prepare manifests and transport documentation
• Coordinate with key customers and manage urgent service escalations
• Conduct driver debriefs and review daily paperwork for accuracy and compliance
• Manage freight bookings, delivery schedules, and customer requests
• Provide operational support and work closely with depot staff to ensure seamless service delivery
• Assist the Administration Team and Depot Manager with daily administrative tasks and reporting requirements
• Maintain effective communication across operations to support service performance and customer satisfaction
• Assist with load planning and operational support
• Ensure all transport documents are accurately completed, filed and used in line with relevant transport industry regulatory standards

What You Bring

• Previous experience in transport administration or operations support, ideally within transport, warehousing and logistics
• Polished communication, an exceptional service mindset and natural relationship-building skills
• Strong MS Office and systems confidence
• Ability to prioritise high volumes of work and work in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude with the willingness to learn
• Superior planning and organisational skills, with excellent time management

What We Offer

• Career development opportunities in a growing organisation.
• A family-oriented company culture that values safety, support, and inclusivity.
• Free onsite parking
• Recognition and rewards for key service milestones.
• Employee referral and retention bonus programs.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leases.
• Discounts with partners such as Qantas, Ringers Western, Bridgestone Tyres, and more.
• Join a company that values integrity, innovation, and teamwork.

For further information, contact [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Lindsay Group is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, veterans, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. All applicants will be considered fairly regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or veteran status.

Drive Your Career Forward with Lindsay Australia

At Lindsay Australia, we’re proud to connect communities whilst delivering Australia's best. As a leader in the refrigerated transport and logistics industry, our focus is simple: deliver exceptional service while supporting the people who make it all possible—our team. Across more than 60 transport and rural depots Australiawide, we offer exciting career opportunities in over 80 different roles—from local and long-distance drivers to warehouse, workshop, and office professionals. When you join Lindsay, you’re not just taking a job—you’re stepping into a team that values hard work, supports your growth, and takes pride in doing things the right way. We work hard to maintain quality equipment, well-run facilities, and a supportive and safe environment for our people. If you’re reliable, motivated, and looking to be part of a team that makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join the team that keeps our nation moving. Join Lindsay Australia.