Logistics Coordinator

Laing O'Rourke; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training and on-the-job dev.

Six months' paid parental leave

Purchased leave options

Exclusive discounts across retailers

Job summary

Select Plant Australia is a leading plant hire provider in Australia, seeking a Logistics Coordinator to drive delivery management, inventory control and site compliance on major construction projects in Sydney. The role focuses on just-in-time material delivery, coordinated with subcontractors and transport providers to maintain schedule integrity.

You will manage delivery dockets, material tracking and traffic management planning, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance while supporting

Qualifications

• Diploma holder or tertiary qualifications in an engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in construction logistics, materials coordination or site-based supply chain roles.
• Working knowledge of HVNL and Chain of Responsibility obligations.
• Experience with delivery management platforms and inventory management systems.
• Strong understanding of just-in-time delivery methodology on live construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Own and administer the platform as the single source of truth for site deliveries, bookings and logistics scheduling.
• Coordinate just-in-time delivery of materials aligned to the construction program and daily install sequence.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers and transport providers to confirm delivery details and unloading requirements.
• Receive, verify and reconcile all delivery dockets against purchase orders; maintain site inventory system.
• Ensure transport activities comply with HVNL and CoR; conduct gate compliance checks and incidents investigations.
• Manage incoming quality checks on delivered materials against specifications; quarantine defective items.
• Report material cost and schedule performance against the construction program; allocate resources per program priorities.
• Coordinate Traffic Guidance Schemes and road permits; maintain approvals register.

Skills

Communication skills

Coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in engineering

Tertiary engineering qualification

Tools

Delivery management platforms

Inventory management systems

Job description

Select Plant Australia is one of the largest Specialist Plant Hire service providers in Australia, playing an integral role in the delivery of a wide variety of innovative, high-quality construction projects. Our primary driver is to guarantee the provision of the highest quality plant and associated services to construction projects and the wider market.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the seamless flow of materials across a complex project environment. You will coordinate just-in-time deliveries and maintain full traceability from arrival through to installation. Working with project and supply chain partners you will promote safe, compliant and efficient logistics operations. Your expertise will directly support programme performance, cost visibility and successful project delivery.

At Select Plant Australia, we're committed to helping our people thrive and build meaningful, rewarding careers. We offer exceptional development opportunities, wellbeing support and a range of benefits designed to support you both at work and beyond.

We're proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from First Nations Peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Select Plant Australia is also recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Some of our benefits include:

• In-house training and on-the-job development opportunities
• Six months' paid parental leave at full pay for all employees
• Purchased leave options and volunteering leave
• Exclusive discounts and savings across hundreds of Australian retailers

Learn more about our Benefits & Rewards (Careers | Select Plant Australia) and our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan

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Key responsibilities

Delivery Management

• Own and administer the platform as the single source of truth for all site deliveries, bookings and logistics scheduling.
• Coordinate just-in-time delivery of all materials, aligned to the construction program and daily install sequence.
• Liaise daily with subcontractors, suppliers and transport providers to confirm delivery details, vehicle types and unloading requirements.

Delivery Dockets & Inventory

• Receive, verify and reconcile all delivery dockets against purchase orders
• Maintain the site inventory management system, ensuring all materials are logged, labelled and allocated to a known storage location

Transport, Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all transport activities comply with the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) obligations
• Conduct gate compliance checks - verify driver inductions, vehicle compliance and booking status before entry.
• Support and lead investigations into logistics-related incidents, near misses and non-conformances; implement corrective actions.

Quality & Returns

• Manage incoming quality checks on all delivered materials against specifications and purchase orders.
• Identify, quarantine and document damaged, defective or incorrect materials.

Reporting & Resource Allocation

• Report material cost and schedule performance against the construction program, based on materials received, used and installed.
• Allocate materials and logistics resources to engineers in line with program priorities and daily work plans.

Traffic Management:

• Coordinate the preparation of Traffic Guidance Schemes (TGS) and traffic control plans with the traffic control provider.
• Prepare, submit and manage road occupancy and council permit applications
• Maintain a current register of traffic approvals, permits and supporting documentation.

About you

• Diploma holder or tertiary qualifications in an engineering discipline
• Demonstrated experience in construction logistics, materials coordination or site-based supply chain roles.
• Working knowledge of HVNL and Chain of Responsibility obligations.
• Experience with delivery management platforms and inventory management systems.
• Strong understanding of just-in-time delivery methodology on live construction sites
• Experience managing delivery dockets, purchase order reconciliation and material tracking.
• Strong communication skills - able to coordinate effectively with subcontractors, suppliers, transport providers, engineers and site management.