Logistics Dispatch Lead — Transport Scheduler

Roller Truck; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training and development

Career progression opportunities

Dynamic team environment

Job summary

Roller Truck is seeking a Transport Allocator in Botany, NSW to oversee the allocation and dispatch of a fleet, ensuring timely deliveries for clients. The role requires coordinating with drivers and clients, monitoring real-time progress, and maintaining delivery records.

The successful candidate will have transport/logistics experience, strong communication, and the ability to multitask under pressure. A current driving licence is required; forklift and heavy vehicle licences are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in a transport or logistics role preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients, drivers and team members.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities; able to multitask under pressure.
• Proficient in using transport management and GPS tracking systems.
• Flexible and adaptable; available to work shifts as required.
• Valid driver’s licence; forklift and heavy vehicle licences advantageous.
• Current Heavy Vehicle Licence would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and allocate delivery jobs to fleet drivers considering vehicle availability and timelines.
• Liaise with clients to understand delivery requirements and priorities.
• Monitor delivery progress in real-time and adjust allocations to optimise efficiency.
• Communicate with drivers providing updates and instructions and address issues.
• Maintain records of delivery activities and prepare required reports.
• Collaborate with operations to identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

GPS tracking systems

Driver’s licence

Forklift licence advantageous

Heavy Vehicle Licence advantageous

Transport operations knowledge

Tools

Transport management system

GPS tracking software

Job description

Roller Truck is seeking a Transport Allocator in Botany, NSW to oversee the allocation and dispatch of a fleet, ensuring timely deliveries for clients. The role requires coordinating with drivers and clients, monitoring real-time progress, and maintaining delivery records.

The successful candidate will have transport/logistics experience, strong communication, and the ability to multitask under pressure. A current driving licence is required; forklift and heavy vehicle licences are advantageous.