Freight Coordinator, Sydney, NSW

Neutral; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Couriers Pty Ltd is seeking a Freight Coordinator to join our Sydney team. The role involves processing freight bookings, coordinating inbound and outbound freight, and ensuring consignments move smoothly through our network.

You will collaborate with customers, drivers, dispatch, operations and warehouse staff to meet all requirements, delivering reliable service in a fast-paced environment. Immediate start with full-time hours in Sydney.

Qualifications

• Experience in freight forwarding or logistics is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing freights and documentation.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process freight bookings and coordinate inbound/outbound freight.
• Ensure consignments are accurately processed and moved through the network.
• Work with customers, drivers, dispatch, operations and warehouse teams to meet requirements.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Team communication

Customer service

Job description

Location: Sydney, NSW
Hours: Full Time
Start date: Immediate

• Wetherill Park (From early October) *
• Monday to Friday
• Available for immediate start

Who are Direct Couriers?

Direct Couriers is an Australian-owned courier company established in 1983 and now one of the leading logistics and transportation providers across Australia and New Zealand. With over 1,500 team members, we deliver reliable same-day, overnight and international solutions for businesses of all sizes.

At Direct Couriers, our people are at the centre of everything we do. We pride ourselves on a supportive, inclusive workplace where team members are treated like family and encouraged to grow. We invest in our people, promote from within wherever possible, and hire with the future in mind, not just for today's role, but for the opportunities ahead. If you're looking for a workplace that values development, teamwork and long-term careers, you'll feel right at home here.

What's the role?

This is a great opportunity to join a highly reputable brand and a team that is highly regarded for their ability to deliver a high-end service.

Our Freight Coordinator position is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience or an interest in freight, transport, and logistics who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the Freight Manager, you will be responsible for processing freight bookings, coordinating inbound/outbound freight and ensuring consignments are accurately processed and moved through our network.

You will work closely with customers, drivers, dispatch, operations, and warehouse teams to ensure freight is handled efficiently and customer requirements are met.

Why should you apply?

Direct Couriers have a diverse and inclusive workforce and offer a high performance yet caring culture. We will provide ongoing training and development opportunities to help grow careers with an innovative market leader.

This is a wonderful opportunity and will offer the prospect to develop, grow and provide extraordinary service to our users within a passive learning environment.

What you need is:

To be successful, the ideal applicant will have the following skills, attributes and experience:

• Previous experience within freight forwarding, warehousing, transport or logistics is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when processing freights and documentation.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Have a proactive, reliable and cooperative approach to work.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and take on responsibilities

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No Agencies Please.

*If the candidate commences prior to October, training will take place in Banksmeadow

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