Operations Planner – Logistics (Fixed Term Contract until 30 September 2028)

Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd; Mackay Regional; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short Term Incentive bonuses

5 weeks annual leave with 20% loading

Discounted fuel option and novatedLea—

Job summary

Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd in the Mackay region is seeking an Operations Planner – Logistics for a fixed-term contract ending 30 September 2028. The role spans planning across rail, yard, and berth operations to maximise terminal performance.

You will coordinate with internal and external teams to develop integrated operational and tactical plans, ensuring smooth shift transitions and maintaining stock levels, while supporting a safe, efficient logistics workflow.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• High-level communication with a focus on customer service.
• Experience in integrated planning within bulk logistics transport is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work a lifestyle roster: 4 on, 5 off, 5 on, 4 off, 5 on, 5 off.

Responsibilities

• Craft operational plans across rail, yard, and berth to maximise terminal performance.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to develop integrated operational and tactical plans.
• Ensure seamless transitions between shifts and maintain optimal stock levels.
• Support efficient and safe logistics workflow across the terminal.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Customer service

Integrated planning

Job description

Operations Planner – Logistics (Fixed Term Contract until 30 September 2028)

Operations | Regional QLD

Operations Planner – Logistics (Fixed Term Contractuntil 30 September 2028)

Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd (DBCT P/L) is a company thatembraces diversity.At Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd wepride ourselves in being a regional employer of choice and givingback to the community. We have a strong culture of family andcommunity focus and our people are the heart of ourbusiness.We offer hours that let you enjoy a real work/lifebalance that have you home every night, while having the chance towork with multi-million dollar equipment.

Located 38 kilometres south of Mackay, Dalrymple Bay CoalTerminal Pty Ltd operates with a name plate capacity of 85 milliontonnes per annum exporting coal from Central Queensland to portsaround the world. This wouldn’t be possible without great people -people just like you.

The Role:

• You'll thrive in our dynamic environment, craftingoperational plans to maximise our terminal's performance.
• With responsibilities across rail, yard, and berthplanning, your role is pivotal.
• You'll coordinate with teams internally and externally,developing integrated operational and tactical plans, ensuringseamless transitions between shifts, and maintaining optimalstock levels.
• Your role is vital in maintaining our terminal's efficiencyand effectiveness.

We're Looking For:

• A team player who's great at working with others, listenswell, and helps keep our team strong and united.
• Someone who's good at thinking outside the box, makingsmart choices, and staying confident when things gettricky.
• You should be flexible and ready to handle changessmoothly, always open to new ways of doing things.
• Good communication is key – you should be able to talkthings through clearly and always think about ourcustomers.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• High-level communication abilities and a focus on customerservice are crucial in managing the complexities of a dynamicsupply chain.
• Experience in integrated planning within the bulk logisticstransport sector is highly regarded but not mandatory.
• Ability to work a lifestyle roster of day shift only; being4 on, 5 off, 5 on, 4 off, 5 on, 5 off.

Just some of our employee benefits include:

• Opportunity for Short Term Incentive bonuses if theposition qualifies for this
• 5 weeks annual leave with 20% leave loading paid pro ratawhere required
• Discounted fuel option and novated leasing
• Extensive health and wellbeing initiatives
• DBCT P/L is committed to creating a more diverse andinclusive workforce.

All applicants must have the ability to obtain a MaritimeSecurity Identification Card (MSIC).

Dalrymple Bay Coal Terminal Pty Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applications close 6pm on 5 October 2026.