Transport Scheduler/Allocator

H People; Bayside; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

H People is seeking a Transport Scheduler / Optimiser to join their Freight Management Services team, coordinating transport orders, optimizing carrier capacity, and ensuring on-time delivery. You will manage end-to-end allocation, source carriers, plan freight movements, monitor orders, and liaise with carriers and customers.

Location flexibility across Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne. The role requires strong analytical skills, risk management and the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience in transport scheduling, allocation, planning or optimisation.
• Good understanding of Australian road transport industry and carrier networks.
• Experience using transport management systems (TMS) or freight management platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound operational decisions.

Responsibilities

• Managing the end-to-end allocation and execution of transport orders.
• Sourcing and coordinating carrier capacity to meet customer requirements.
• Planning and optimising freight movements to achieve the best cost and service outcomes.
• Monitoring transport orders and proactively managing delays, exceptions and service risks.
• Liaising with carriers, customers and internal stakeholders to keep operations running smoothly.
• Tracking deliveries and ensuring proof of delivery (POD) is received.
• Maintaining accurate transport, carrier and route information.
• Identifying opportunities to improve transport efficiency and service delivery.

Skills

Transport scheduling

Logistics planning

Carrier coordination

TMS experience

Analytical problem-solving

Stakeholder communication

Prioritisation

Tools

TMS platforms

Job description

WE'RE HIRING | TRANSPORT SCHEDULER / OPTIMISER

Looking for your next opportunity in transport planning and logistics?

We're partnering with an established freight management business that focuses on simplifying freight management through smarter, more efficient and sustainable transport solutions.

They're looking for a Transport Scheduler / Optimiser to join their Freight Management Services team, helping coordinate transport orders, optimise carrier capacity and ensure freight movements are delivered efficiently and on time.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing the end-to-end allocation and execution of transport orders
• Sourcing and coordinating carrier capacity to meet customer requirements
• Planning and optimising freight movements to achieve the best cost and service outcomes
• Monitoring transport orders and proactively managing delays, exceptions and service risks
• Liaising with carriers, customers and internal stakeholders to keep operations running smoothly
• Tracking deliveries and ensuring proof of delivery (POD) is received
• Maintaining accurate transport, carrier and route information
• Identifying opportunities to improve transport efficiency and service delivery

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in transport scheduling, allocation, planning or optimisation
• Good understanding of the Australian road transport industry and carrier networks
• Experience using transport management systems (TMS) or freight management platforms
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound operational decisions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive approach to customer service and operational efficiency
• Experience in forestry or bulk transport would be advantageous, but isn't essential.

What's on offer?

• Opportunity to join an established freight management business
• Work with a broad network of transport carriers and customers
• Be part of a team focused on smarter freight solutions and continuous improvement
• Location flexibility across Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne

Interested in exploring your next move in transport and logistics?