Transport Scheduler / Operations Allocator | Freight & Logistics

AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL TRANSPORT; Perth; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian National Transport (ANT) is seeking an experienced Transport / Cartage Scheduler to join our WA operations team in Perth. You will own daily allocations, vehicle scheduling and cargo movements to ensure seamless deliveries across freight streams, within a privately owned WA operator.

We value practical decision-making, reliability and strong communication. A current Australian driver's licence and unrestricted working rights are required, with remuneration aligned to experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of scheduling or allocation experience in freight forwarding.
• Knowledge of Perth arterial routes and WA transport hubs.
• Familiar with trailer types and load capacities; multi-combination exposure preferred.
• Ability to make quick commercial and safety-focused decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily collections and deliveries across LCL, warehousing, and regional runs.
• Optimize fleet utilization across semi-trailers, drop-decks, floats and multi-combinations.
• Liaise with drivers, warehouse staff, subcontractors, and clients for real-time updates.
• Ensure allocations comply with CoR, fatigue management, and safety standards.
• Monitor workflows to maintain on-time delivery and service accuracy.

Skills

Scheduling

Communication skills

TMS familiarity

Tools

TMS

Job description

Transport Scheduler / Operations Allocator | Freight & Logistics

Australian National Transport (ANT) delivers premier freight, transport, and logistics solutions across Western Australia. Our objective is simple: achieve service excellence through robust processes, dependable procedures, and an authentic "can-do" approach. Grounded in our core company values—CHARLIE—we pride ourselves on honesty, accountability, and operational reliability.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced, proactive Transport / Cartage Scheduler to join our established operations team. In this fast-paced, high-impact role, you will take ownership of daily allocations, vehicle scheduling, and cargo movements, ensuring seamless delivery performance across all freight streams.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and schedule daily collections and deliveries across LCL, warehousing, and regional distribution runs.

Optimize fleet utilization across a diverse equipment mix (including semi-trailers, drop-decks, floats and multi-combinations).

Liaise directly with drivers, warehouse personnel, subcontractors, and clients to provide real-time updates and proactive problem-solving.

Ensure all allocations comply with Chain of Responsibility (CoR), fatigue management regulations, and safety standards.

Monitor operational workflows to maintain high on-time delivery rates and service accuracy.

What We Are Looking For

Industry Experience: Minimum 2+ years of scheduling or allocation experience within freight forwarding, road transport, or third-party logistics.

Geographic Knowledge: Sound working knowledge of Perth metropolitan arterials, distribution hubs, and WA regional transport routes.

Equipment Familiarity: Clear understanding of commercial transport configurations, trailer types, and load capacities (multi-combination exposure highly regarded).

Operational Decisiveness: Ability to assess rapid operational changes, think on your feet, and make commercial, safety-first decisions under pressure.

Communication & Tech: Strong interpersonal and written communication skills with comfort navigating modern Transport Management Systems (TMS).

Requirements: Current Australian Driver's Licence and unrestricted working rights in Australia.

What We Offer

A secure, full-time position within a respected, privately owned WA transport operator.

A supportive, close-knit team environment where your operational input directly impacts results.

Competitive remuneration package aligned with experience.

To learn more about our company values and operations, visit www.ausnt.com.au