Scheduler

TDG Environmental; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Free parking

Career development

Job summary

TDG Environmental is seeking a capable Scheduling Co‑ordinator to manage client liaison and drive efficient scheduling of vehicles and field staff from the Truganina depot. You will work across multiple depots, ensuring resources match client needs and maintaining high service levels.

You will use a computer‑based scheduling system and collaborate with drivers, managers and other departments to deliver smooth operations, training record upkeep and responsive problem‑solving.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating or scheduling vehicles and field staff.
• Knowledge of fatigue management and Chain of Responsibility (CoR).
• Solutions‑oriented with strong communication.
• Confident working with drivers, managers, and clients.
• Excellent administrative and computer skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients and debrief drivers and crews to ensure tasks are completed.
• Schedule assets, vehicles and field staff across Metro and Southeast regions.
• Monitor utilisation targets and keep operators and trucks servicing clients.
• Coordinate with depots to resource bookings and requirements.
• Schedule field staff for training and maintain training records.
• Respond to inbound calls and emails with high‑level customer service.
• Schedule subcontractors for works, including accommodation and transport where needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Customer service

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Tools

Scheduling software

MS Office

Job description

For over 34 years, TDG Environmental has been a leader in sustainable waste management and recycling across Australia and New Zealand. Proudly Australian‑owned, we deliver innovative stormwater and critical infrastructure solutions that help protect our environment and communities.

This is a fantastic career opportunity for someone with strong communication skills, a high degree of initiative, and the ability to exceed our customers’ expectations. You will be working from our Truganina depot to ensure the smooth and efficient scheduling of our specialised fleet and allocation of labour to match our client’s needs for multiple depots.

Why TDG Environmental:

A supportive, inclusive, and safety‑focused work culture

Career development and succession opportunities

A values‑driven business built on:Respect for People,Manage by Fact, Strive for Continuous Improvement, Safety by Choice

The chance to be part of an industry‑leading company making a real environmental impact

A culture that celebrates diversity and welcomes all backgrounds.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), extended to your immediate family

Plenty of free onsite parking

About the Role:

Liaise with clients and debrief drivers and crews to ensure all activities are satisfactorily completed

Scheduling all assets, including vehicles and field staff in the Metro and Southeast regions, using a computer-based scheduling system.

Understand utilisation targets and keeping operators and trucks out servicing customers.

Work closely with relevant departments and depots to ensure job bookings are adequately resourced and operational requirements are met

Scheduling field staff for training and upkeep of training records

Ensure maximum client satisfaction and day-to-day problem solving

Prompt answering of numerous inbound calls and emails providing a high level of customer service

Responsible for the scheduling of subcontractors involved in scheduled works, including accommodation and transport where applicable.

About you:

Previous experience in coordinating or scheduling vehicles and field staff (similar industries highly regarded)

Strong knowledge of fatigue management and Chain of Responsibility (CoR)

A solutions‑focused mindset with exceptional communication skills

Confidence working with drivers, managers, and clients

Strong administrative and computer skills with excellent attention to detail

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

TDG are committed to building an inclusive workplace where people feel respected, valued, and supported. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experience, including women, First Nations peoples, culturally diverse communities, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

We know that a diverse team strengthens our culture and the way we serve our communities, however, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

TDG prides itself on being a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages to apply.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an arrangement of an initial interview with TDG Environmental. Prospective candidates must have the right to work and live in Australia to be considered for this position.