Operations Coordinator - Tully/Innisfail Based

Blenners Transport; Cassowary Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance discount

Tyre discount

Fuel discount (Marano's)

Diesel discount

Job summary

Blenners Transport is seeking an experienced Operations Coordinator to oversee daily operations across North Queensland depots, including Tully and Innisfail. The role focuses on safe receiving, dispatch, and coordination with drivers, subcontractors, and customers to maintain high-performance operations.

Based at either Tully or Innisfail, this full-time position requires strong organiser skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in a range of computer-based systems and programs.
• Previous refrigerated transport experience would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage local PUD operations across North Queensland Depots.
• Liaise with drivers and subcontractors to ensure fitness for duty and compliance with legal driving hours.
• Ensure adherence to all compliance requirements at all times.
• Coordinate and book transport loads efficiently.
• Answer incoming calls professionally and promptly.
• Oversee truck departures to ensure safe, timely loading and full load compliance.
• Ensure freight is dispatched according to temperature, road, or rail requirements.
• Confirm all drivers and subcontractors meet delivery obligations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Autonomy

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Fleet software

Job description

Operations Coordinator - Tully/Innisfail Based

Blenners Transport is seeking an experienced and motivated Operations Coordinator to join our growing team, based at either our Tully or Innisfail depot. This is a full-time role.

In this position, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations across Blenners Transport North Queensland Depots, ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient receiving and dispatch of freight.

You will collaborate closely with internal departments, operational teams, and customers to ensure a smooth and high‑performing operation at all times.

Why Join Us?

• Work with a nationally respected refrigerated transport company
• Supportive team culture
• Be part of a business that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Employee benefits/discounts:

• 6% off Medibank Private Health Insurance
• 15% off Bridgestone Tyres
• 7c/litre off Marano's Fuel in North QLD
• 10c/litre off Diesel fuel Australia Wide

Key Responsibilities (training will be provided)

• Manage local PUD operations across North Queensland Depots in a floating/relieving role,
• Liaise with drivers and subcontractors to ensure fitness for duty and compliance with legal driving hours.
• Ensure adherence to BFM and all compliance requirements at all times.
• Coordinate and book transport loads efficiently.
• Answer incoming telephone calls professionally and promptly.
• Oversee truck departures to ensure safe, timely loading and full load compliance.
• Ensure freight is dispatched correctly according to temperature, road, or rail requirements.
• Confirm all drivers and subcontractors meet both legal and delivery obligations.

Role Requirements

• Previous refrigerated transport experience would be an advantage,
• Proficiency in a range of computer-based systems and programs.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

About the Company

Blenners Transport is a proudly Australian Owned and family operated transport business with over 35 years' experience specialising in refrigerated transport Australia Wide.

With depots across Brisbane, Tully and Far North Queensland, Blenners are the nationally trusted and respected refrigerated transport solution, working with leading retailers and well-known and reputable brands Australia-wide, with a strong emphasis on their customers and their team.

Ready to help keep Australia moving?

Blenners Transport is an equal opportunity employer; we strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and genders to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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