Transport Administrator

Americold Logistics; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Internal training

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure perishables reach suppliers without spoilage.

We’re seeking a Transport Administrator at our Ormeau site to support daily transport operations, manage data, and coordinate freight with internal and external teams. The role requires attention to detail, effectiveness in a busy setting, and excellent communication to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment on the Gold

Qualifications

• Experience in transport, logistics, or supply chain administration.
• Familiarity with TMS, WMS, or ERP platforms.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Problem-solving mindset with a customer-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support across daily transport operations.
• Prepare and manage transport documentation (manifests, delivery dockets, consignment notes).
• Accurately enter and maintain freight, transport, and customer data.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external transport providers for timely delivery.
• Monitor transport activities and escalate delays or discrepancies.
• Assist with customer and internal queries relating to transport movements.
• Support compliance with transport regulations and Chain of Responsibility.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and data accuracy.
• Promote a strong safety culture and adhere to company policies.

Skills

Transport administration

Logistics coordination

TMS/WMS/ERP familiarity

Data accuracy

Stakeholder engagement

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

Qualification in logistics/transport/business admin

Tools

TMS

WMS

ERP systems

Job description

Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen products reach food suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.

What you'll Do

We're looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Transport Administrator based at our Ormeau site. In this role, you'll play a critical part in supporting day-to-day transport operations by ensuring accurate data management, coordinating freight movements, and delivering excellent service to both internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide administrative support across daily transport operations

Prepare and manage transport documentation, including manifests, delivery dockets, and consignment notes

Accurately enter and maintain freight, transport, and customer data

Coordinate with internal teams and external transport providers to ensure timely delivery outcomes

Monitor transport activities and escalate delays or discrepancies

Assist with customer and internal queries relating to transport movements

Support compliance with transport regulations and Chain of Responsibility requirements

Identify opportunities to improve processes and data accuracy

Promote a strong safety culture and adhere to company policies

What Experience and Education You Need

You're a proactive and detail-focused administrator who enjoys keeping things running smoothly. You're comfortable working in a busy operational setting and can manage competing priorities with ease.

What you'll bring:

• Experience in transport, logistics, or supply chain administration
• Familiarity with systems such as TMS, WMS, or ERP platforms
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A problem-solving mindset and customer-focused approach

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience in cold chain, FMCG, or temperature-controlled logistics
• Knowledge of Chain of Responsibility or transport compliance requirements
• Relevant qualification in logistics, transport, or business administration

At Americold, we recognise that our people are critical to our success. In return for your leadership and expertise, we offer:

• The opportunity to lead a significant, complex operation within a successful and growing global organisation
• A value-driven culture centred on safety, integrity, teamwork and giving back to the communities in which we operate
• A role with genuine autonomy, influence and long-term career development opportunities
• Access to Fitness Passport, supporting your health and wellbeing
• Structured internal training and development programs to support your growth as a leader
• Paid parental leave, supporting you and your family during life's important moments

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.