Transport Administrator

Americold Logistics LLC; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport access

Internal training programs

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Americold Logistics LLC is seeking a Transport Administrator at our Ormeau site in Australia. You will support day-to-day transport operations, manage data, and coordinate freight movements while delivering excellent service to internal teams and external providers.

The role requires proactive, detail-focused administration in a busy operational environment with competing priorities and a focus on safety and compliance.

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 fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Transport admin experience

TMS/WMS/ERP familiarity

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking ability

Customer-focused mindset

Problem solving

Education

Relevant qualification in logistics/transport/business administration

Job description

About Us

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 escape 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

Why Join Americold?

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 competitive remuneration package, including bonus eligibility
• 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.