Transport Scheduler / Allocator

K&S Freighters; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated car lease

Salary sacrifice

Paid parental leave

Growth and development

Employee assistance program

Corporate health plan discount

Job summary

K&S Freighters is seeking a Fleet Controller to lead daily transport operations, coordinating fleet and subcontractor movements while ensuring safety and compliance across road, rail, and sea forwarding in Australia. You’ll play a key role in maintaining service levels, efficiency, and strong customer relations in a fast-paced logistics environment.

The role reports to the State manager and requires robust communication, problem-solving, and a focus on safety and efficiency to meet operational

Qualifications

• Experience in transport scheduling or fleet control.
• Knowledge of fatigue management and transport compliance.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily fleet and subcontractor scheduling.
• Manage manifests and transport movements.
• Monitor driver fatigue compliance and Safe Driver Plans.
• Maintain clear communication with drivers and customers.
• Investigate service failures and incidents.
• Ensure compliance with transport laws and company policies.
• Report delays, incidents, and non-conformances promptly.
• Support safe, efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Build relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Fleet scheduling

Logistics

Fatigue management

Communication

Safety compliance

Job description

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.

At K&S Freighters, we're more than just transport, we're the driving force behind Australia's supply chain. From road, rail, and coastal sea forwarding to export packing and wharf lodgement, we deliver seamless, end-to-end logistics solutions that keep Australia moving.

The Opportunity

Join a team that keeps Australia moving.
Reporting to the State manager, the Fleet Controller is responsible for directing, coordinating and optimising daily transport operations to ensure the efficient utilisation of fleet and subcontractor assets. You'll play a key role in delivering exceptional customer service while ensuring safety, compliance, productivity and operational targets are achieved.

What you’ll be doing

• Coordinating daily fleet and subcontractor scheduling
• Managing manifests and transport movements
• Monitoring driver fatigue compliance and Safe Driver Plans
• Maintaining strong communication with drivers and customers
• Investigating service failures and operational incidents
• Ensuring compliance with transport laws, accreditation schemes and company policies
• Reporting delays, incidents and non-conformances promptly
• Supporting safe, efficient and cost-effective operations
• Building strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders

What we are looking for

• Previous experience in transport scheduling, fleet control or logistics
• Strong knowledge of fatigue management and transport compliance
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to prioritise competing demands

Why Join us

• Rewarding remuneration package
• Novated car lease option
• Salary sacrifice
• Paid parental leave
• Growth and development to support career progression
• Employee recognition and rewards program
• 24/7 Employee assistance program including financial wellness support
• Corporate health plan discount
• Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace
• Stable ASX listed, multi-modal business with 80 years of industry history

To uphold our core value of "Everybody Safe Everyday" a pre-employment medical and police check will be required to be successful in this role.
Applicants must have full Australian working rights. We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.