Junior Fleet Controller - day shift

Paddock to Port; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Paddock to Port is a Container Management & Transport business based in the western suburbs of Melbourne. We are seeking a Junior Fleet Controller to join our dynamic Sunshine West team, with on‑the‑job training provided.

You will plan next-day operations, schedule drivers, allocate jobs to contractors and monitor Wharf timelines to keep costs down, while ensuring compliance with fatigue management and CoR regulations.

Qualifications

• Entry level Fleet Controller experience (or similar roles).
• Understanding of container transport operations incl. wharf pickups/deliveries.
• Knowledge of 1-Stop, Container chain and Freight Tracker is preferred.
• Good knowledge of Melbourne metro area.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare next-day operations including container preloads and driver rosters.
• Allocate jobs to contract drivers and communicate start times clearly.
• Book import containers upon availability and assign to same-day/next-day runs.
• Monitor 1-Stop container lists to avoid wharf storage charges.
• Maintain oversight of missed or late wharf slots.
• Maximise container utilisation by matching imports with exports.
• Manage fleet bookings to optimise performance and compliance.
• Ensure timely return of empty containers to avoid detention fees.
• Monitor driver work hours in line with fatigue management and CoR regulations.
• Account management and subcontractor relationship management.

Skills

Container operations knowledge

Driver scheduling

Strong communication

Organised

Subcontractor management

Tools

1-Stop

Container chain

Freight Tracker

Job description

Paddock to Port is a Container Management & Transport business based in the western suburbs of Melbourne. We offer a range of services for our clients, from container management to quarantine and warehousing.

We are currently seeking a Junior Fleet Controller to work with our dynamic team based in Sunshine West who will be provided with on-job training and support.

Responsibilities:

Plan and prepare next-day operations, including container preloads and driver rosters

Allocate jobs to contract drivers and communicate start times clearly

Book import containers promptly upon availability and assign to same-day or next-day runs

Monitor 1-Stop container lists and proactively book timeslots to avoid wharf storage charges

Maintain strict oversight of missed or late wharf slots

Maximise two-way container utilisation by matching imports with exports

Manage container fleet bookings efficiently, optimising performance and compliance

Ensure timely return of empty containers to avoid detention fees

Monitor and manage driver work hours in line with fatigue management and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) regulations

Account management

Maintain tight control of fleet and subcontractor driver usage

Deliver strong forward planning and problem-solving in a high-pressure environment

Wharf time slotting – highly desirable

About You:

Entry level experience as a Fleet Controller

Understanding of container transport operations, including wharf pickups and deliveries

Knowledge of 1-Stop, Container chain, and ideally Freight Tracker (preferred but not essential)

Sound geographical knowledge of the Melbourne metro area

Strong communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)

Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise in a dynamic, high-volume environment

Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractor relationships and performance

Ability to work independently and without supervision

Australian work rights are required for this position