Transport Scheduler - Grain & Logistics

Rimfire Resources; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rimfire Resources is partnering with a well-established agribusiness in Victoria to appoint a Transport Scheduler who will coordinate day-to-day transport operations, scheduling and allocating trucks in line with customer requirements and fatigue laws. You will work closely with drivers, customers and the transport administration team to plan, communicate and deliver orders efficiently.

We value attention to detail, clear communication, and a practical approach in a fast-paced environment, with

Qualifications

• Experience in transport scheduling, logistics or a similar coordination role.
• Understanding of compliance requirements, ideally fatigue management.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Clear communication skills and the confidence to interact with drivers and customers daily.
• Calm, practical approach in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day transport operations, scheduling and allocating trucks in line with customer requirements and Fatigue Laws.
• Liaise closely with drivers, customers and internal stakeholders to plan, communicate and deliver orders efficiently.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems and processes as the business evolves.

Skills

Transport scheduling

Logistics coordination

Fatigue management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

The Company

Our client is a well-established and respected agribusiness operating across grain and logistics services. They play a critical role supporting growers and customers through efficient, compliant and reliable transport operations. With a strong focus on safety, service and continuous improvement, the business offers a supportive team environment and long-term career opportunity.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Transport Manager, this role is central to the day-to-day coordination of transport operations. You will be responsible for scheduling and allocating trucks in line with customer requirements and National Fatigue Laws, while working closely drivers and the broader transport administration team. This is a highly engaged, detail-driven role where no two days are the same. You will liaise closely with drivers, customers and internal stakeholders to ensure orders are planned, communicated and delivered efficiently. There is also scope to contribute to improving systems, processes and transport outcomes as the business continues to evolve.

About You

You may already be working in a transport scheduling or logistics coordination role, and ideally you would have a passion for the grain industry and/or Australian agriculture. You may even come from a broader agricultural background with a different skill set, and be ready to step into a more specialised scheduling position.

We would be open to speaking with you if you match the above, and have also:

• Experience in transport scheduling, logistics or a similar coordination role
• An understanding of compliance requirements, ideally including fatigue management
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Clear communication skills and the confidence to deal with drivers and customers daily
• A calm, practical approach in a fast-paced operational environment

Why This Role

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing agribusiness where your contribution is visible and valued. You will work closely with an experienced team, gain exposure to end-to-end transport operations and play a key role in keeping the business moving.