Fleet Planner

Northline; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing learning

Career progression

Employee recognition

EAP access

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Northline is seeking an experienced Fleet Planner for our Sunshine West team in Melbourne. You will oversee day-to-day scheduling and coordination of the PUD fleet to ensure safe, on-time deliveries and exceptional customer service.

Join a leading Australian logistics company where your planning, problem-solving and leadership skills will improve operational performance and service levels across our network.

Qualifications

• When applying, show experience in transport, logistics, fleet allocation, dispatch, or scheduling.
• Demonstrate strong planning, organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and make decisions in a fast-moving environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with transport management, dispatch, or scheduling systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of NHVR Fatigue Management, BFMs, Load Restraint, DG requirements is advantageous.
• Proactive problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily pick-up and delivery runs using Orcoda to maximise fleet utilisation.
• Coordinate drivers and allocate work to ensure on-time, safe deliveries.
• Maintain regular communication with drivers and operations teams.
• Monitor compliance with Fatigue Management, load restraint and safety standards.
• Track KPIs like missed pickups and delivery performance and report outcomes.
• Manage disruptions and deliver practical, timely solutions.
• Coordinate priority freight and special delivery requests as needed.
• Ensure fleet presentation and vehicle safety standards.

Skills

Fleet planning

Logistics

Dispatch

Scheduling

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Orcoda system

Fatigue management knowledge

Tools

Orcoda

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an organised and proactive logistics professional who thrives in a fast-paced transport environment?

Northline is seeking an experienced Fleet Plannerto join our Sunshine West team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the day-to‑time scheduling and coordination of our Pick‑Up and Delivery (PUD) fleet, ensuring freight is delivered safely, efficiently, and on time while maintaining exceptional service levels for our customers.

This is an opportunity to join a leading Australian logistics company where your expertise, problem‑solving abilities, and leadership skills will make a real impact on operational performance.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Fleet Planner, you will be responsible for:

• Planning and scheduling daily pick‑up and delivery runs using Orcoda to maximise fleet utilisation and service performance.
• Coordinating drivers and allocating work effectively to ensure freight is loaded, delivered, and collected safely and on time.
• Maintaining regular communication with drivers and operational teams throughout the day.
• Monitoring compliance with Dangerous Goods requirements, Chain of Responsibility obligations, fatigue management regulations, and safety standards.
• Tracking and reporting on operational KPIs, including missed pick‑ups, delivery performance, and fleet efficiency.
• Managing service disruptions and operational challenges by implementing practical and timely solutions.
• Coordinating priority freight and special delivery requests as required.
• Ensuring fleet presentation, load restraint compliance, and vehicle safety standards are consistently maintained.

What You'll Bring

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in transport, logistics, fleet allocation, dispatch, or scheduling.
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and make decisions in a fast-moving operational environment.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with transport management, dispatch, or scheduling systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of NHVR Fatigue Management, Basic Fatigue Management (BFM), Load Restraint Guidelines, and Dangerous Goods requirements will be highly regarded.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

Why Join Northline?

At Northline, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing an environment where our employees can grow, develop, and build long‑term careers.

We Offer:

• Ongoing learning, training, and development opportunities
• Career progression and internal promotion pathways
• Employee recognition and reward programs
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exclusive discounts on travel, fitness, health, entertainment, automotive services, and more
• A supportive team culture with regular team‑building activities
• The opportunity to work with one of Australia's leading logistics providers

About Northline

Northline is an Australian‑owned global logistics business with an industry‑leading national network and an international reach spanning more than 100 countries.

Whether freight is moving between major cities, regional centres, or remote communities, our customers rely on Northline to deliver safely and efficiently.

We are proud of our people, our culture, and the outstanding service we provide. As a progressive family‑owned business, we recognise and reward those who go above and beyond and provide genuine opportunities for growth and development.

That's why we are Australia's Global Logistics People.

Northline is committed to providing a safe and inclusive workplace. Successful applicants will be required to complete a pre‑employment medical assessment, including a drug and alcohol screen, together with a police clearance check.