Transport Scheduler

Stevemacs; Perth; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevemacs is seeking an experienced Transport Scheduler to join our Forrestfield head office. You will coordinate bulk fuel deliveries, allocate drivers and loads, and liaise with drivers and customers to keep schedules on track.

The role requires strong time management, solid communication, and a good understanding of fatigue management and heavy vehicle compliance within Western Australia. Occasional after-hours support may be required, with a fair rotational basis.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in transport scheduling, logistics or fleet coordination.
• Broad knowledge of WA geographical regions and logistics considerations.
• Solid time-management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships with drivers and customers.
• Understanding of fatigue management and heavy vehicle compliance, or willingness to develop this knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate transport schedule routes for bulk fuel deliveries from terminals to customer sites.
• Allocate drivers, vehicles and loads to meet customer and operational requirements.
• Communicate effectively with drivers and provide support when schedules change.
• Liaise with customers regarding deliveries and operational requirements.
• Monitor customer fuel levels and coordinate proactive dispatch.
• Monitor vehicle availability, maintenance and operational constraints.
• Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts and unexpected operational issues.
• Ensure transport activities comply with company procedures, safety requirements and legislation.
• Maintain accurate scheduling and transport records.
• Support a positive safety culture by considering safety in scheduling decisions.

Skills

Transport scheduling

Logistics

Fleet coordination

Time management

Communication

Fatigue management

Vehicle compliance

TMS

Route optimization

Tools

TMS

Route optimization

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced and highly organised Transport Scheduler to join our team based out of the Forrestfield Head Office.

This position plays a key role in coordinating the safe, efficient and reliable movement of our drivers and fleet in Perth metro area supplying fuel.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate transport schedule routes for bulk fuel deliveries from terminals to customer sites.

Allocate drivers, vehicles and loads to meet customer and operational requirements.

Communicate effectively with drivers throughout the day and provide support when schedules change.

Liaise with customers regarding deliveries, changes and operational requirements.

Monitor customer fuel levels and coordinate proactive dispatch.

Monitor vehicle availability, maintenance requirements and operational constraints.

Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts and unexpected operational issues.

Ensure transport activities are undertaken in accordance with company procedures, safety requirements and relevant legislation.

Maintain accurate scheduling and transport records.

Support a positive safety culture by ensuring safety is considered in all scheduling and operational decisions.

Occasional after-hours/on-call availability may be required due to the nature of our transport operations and would primarily involve being available by phone to respond to urgent operational issues. This requirement is infrequent and would be managed on a reasonable and rotational basis where practical.

About You:

Prior experience in transport scheduling, logistics or fleet coordination, preferably within the fuel or dangerous goods industry.

Broad knowledge of Western Australia's geographical regions and associated logistical considerations.

Solid time-management skills and can confidently manage multiple competing priorities.

Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong working relationships with drivers and customers.

Comfortable making decisions and solving problems when circumstances change.

Solid understanding of fatigue management and heavy vehicle compliance, or willing to develop this knowledge.

Confident using transport, scheduling or fleet management systems.

Proficient in transport management systems (TMS) and route-optimisation software.