Transport Coordinator

Linfox; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave (12 weeks)

Return to work bonus

Career development & mentoring

Dining, travel & health benefits

Job summary

Linfox is building a strong national transport network, with a full-time operations role based at our Laverton North site in Melbourne. You will coordinate freight movements, support planners and liaise with customers, drivers and subcontractors to ensure reliable service.

The role requires 2+ years in transport operations, familiarity with linehaul and a solid grasp of transport management systems. A safety-first mindset and accuracy are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in transport operations within the Transport/Logistics industry.
• Exposure to linehaul operations and interstate freight operations.
• Strong systems capability with transport management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a time-critical environment.
• Proven problem-solving capability and proactive in addressing disruptions.
• Strong commitment to safety, compliance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate live transport movements across company and subcontractor fleets to maintain service performance and network visibility.
• Deliver operational support to Allocators through load management, bookings, system updates and transport planning adjustments.
• Maintain accurate transport data within Blue Yonder to support real-time decision making and operational success.
• Manage transport disruptions, schedule changes and breakdown contingencies to minimise service impacts.
• Provide timely updates to customers, drivers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Support safety initiatives, operational reviews and continuous improvement activities across the transport operation.

Skills

Transport operations experience

Linehaul operations exposure

Transport management systems

Customer & stakeholder liaison

Safety & compliance focus

Tools

Blue Yonder

Transport Management System (TMS)

Job description

Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.

What does the job look like?

Build your career with one of Australia's largest Intermodal networks whilst being at the heart of our national linehaul operations. You'll collaborateclosely with Operations leaders, Allocators, Drivers & Customers to coordinate freight movements, respond to operational challenges and deliver exceptional service outcomes.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity based at our Laverton North site within our afternoon shift operation on a working schedule of Monday - Friday from 2:00pm - 10:00pm. Key areas:

• Coordinate live transport movements across company and subcontractor fleets to maintain service performance and network visibility
• Deliver operational support to Allocators through load management, bookings, system updates and transport planning adjustments
• Maintain accurate transport data within Blue Yonder to support real-time decision making and operational success
• Manage transport disruptions, schedule changes and breakdown contingencies to minimise service impacts
• Provide timely updates to customers, drivers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders
• Support safety initiatives, operational reviews and continuous improvement activities across the transport operation

Are you the one?

You're someone who thrives in a fast-paced transport environment and enjoys being at the centre of daily operations. Whether you've worked in transport coordination, allocation, fleet operations or logistics customer service, you're technology-savvy, solutions-focused and eager to develop your career within a large-scale national transport network.You can demonstrate:

• 2+ years of experience in transport operations within the Transport/Logistics industry

Exposure to linehaul operations, network transport movements or interstate freight operations will be highly regarded

• Prior experience working with customers, drivers, subcontractors and operational stakeholders to deliver outcomes

Strong systems capability and experience using transport management systems

• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy in a time-critical operational environment
• Proven problem-solving capability and confidence responding to operational disruptions and service issues
• Strong commitment to safety, compliance and operational excellence

What's in it for me?

• 12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees
• Career development opportunities and mentoring programs
• Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being
• The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact

At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply.

Further information

You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.

To find out more about opportunities at Linfox, visit www.linfox.com/careers