Transport Administration Assistant – Afternoon Shift (Casual)

Straightload Transport; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Friendly team

Casual employment

Opportunity for ongoing employment

Job summary

Straightload Transport is seeking a reliable and organized individual to support its busy transport operations on the afternoon shift. The casual role starts at 3:00pm from Monday to Friday, with finishing times varying by operational needs.

You will ensure paperwork is prepared accurately and drivers have the necessary documentation to complete their jobs. No prior transport experience is required as full training is provided and a positive attitude is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual with a professional attitude.
• Good computer skills and ability to use standard office software.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and stay organised.
• Willing to learn and take direction, with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare transport manifests, run sheets and driver paperwork.
• Assist operations with daily administrative tasks.
• Prepare delivery and collection documentation.
• Enter and update job details in transport systems.
• Process consignment notes and PODs.
• Answer phone calls and emails related to bookings and inquiries.
• Assist customers and drivers with information.
• General data entry, filing and office administration.
• Provide additional support to the operations team as required.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Organised

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Transport Administration Assistant – Afternoon Shift (Casual)

Straightload Transport is looking for a reliable, motivated and organised person to join our busy transport operations team on the afternoon shift.

This is a casual position starting at 3:00pm Monday to Friday, with finishing times varying depending on daily operational requirements.

You will play an important role in supporting our operations team, ensuring paperwork is prepared accurately and drivers have the documentation they need to complete their jobs.

No previous transport experience is necessary — we're happy to train the right person who has a positive attitude and is willing to learn!

About the Role

Straightload Transport is looking for a reliable, motivated and organised person to join our busy transport operations team on the afternoon shift.

This is a casual position starting at 3:00pm Monday to Friday, with finishing times varying depending on daily operational requirements.

You will play an important role in supporting our operations team, ensuring paperwork is prepared accurately and drivers have the documentation they need to complete their jobs.

No previous transport experience is necessary — we're happy to train the right person who has a positive attitude and is willing to learn!

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing transport manifests, run sheets and driver paperwork.

• Assisting the operations team with daily administrative tasks.

• Preparing delivery and collection documentation.

• Entering and updating job details in our transport systems.

• Processing consignment notes and proof of deliveries (PODs).

• Answering phone calls and responding to emails.

• Assisting with customer and driver enquiries.

• General data entry, filing and office administration.

• Providing additional support to the operations team as required.

What We're Looking For

• Reliable, punctual and committed.

• Good computer skills and attention to detail.

• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks.

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment.

• Flexible with finishing times.

Transport or logistics experience is an advantage but not essential. Full training will be provided.

Working Hours

• Casual employment.

• Monday to Friday.

• Starting at 3:00pm.

• Finishing times vary daily depending on operational requirements.

• Applicants must be flexible and available to work later when required.

What We Offer

• A friendly and supportive team.

• On-the-job training.

• A varied and interesting role.

• Opportunity to gain experience in the transport and logistics industry.

• Potential for ongoing employment opportunities.