Transport Supervisor AM

CRL Express Pty; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CRL Express Pty in Somerton, Melbourne, is seeking a Fulltime AM Supervisor to oversee daily transport operations, uphold safety standards and ensure compliant service delivery across our freight network. You will lead a team in a busy logistics environment, perform pre-start forklift checks, and work to optimise load efficiency while maintaining accuracy in scanning, weighing and cubing processes.

The role requires strong organisation, communication, and knowledge of transport regulations, with

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in transport/logistics.
• Strong understanding of transport regulations and safety standards.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in transport management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily transport operations to ensure timely service delivery.
• Ensure safe, compliant and efficient operations.
• Ensure policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure daily forklift pre-start checks are completed.
• Operate forklifts and machinery safely and in line with policies.
• Monitor inbound and outbound freight handling (scanning, sorting, connotes).
• Perform checks, weighing and cubing (CWC).
• Load/unload safely, efficiently and damage-free.
• Blend freight to maximise load revenue.
• Ensure compliance with mass and load restraint regulations.
• Follow Chain of Responsibility requirements.
• Verify consignment notes and report quality issues.
• Prevent miss-sorts and miss-loads by accurate matching.
• Report damage, shortages or split consignments promptly.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe yard.
• Work towards zero incidents or near-misses.
• Collaborate across all levels and support improvement initiatives.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Transport regulations

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Transport management software

MS Office

Job description

CRL Express is a proudly family-owned and operated business, specialising in logistics services across Australia. We are committed to delivering tailored, solution-focused services with reliability and care within a culture of safety. Our offerings include Road Freight, 3PL (Warehousing & Distribution), National Linehaul Services, Rail Freight, Air Freight, and Contract Logistics (Taxi Trucks).

As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Fulltime AM Supervisor to join our team in Somerton.

Summary:

The Transport Supervisor AM is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the transport department in Somerton, ensuring efficient and safe transport services. This role is crucial for maintaining high standards of safety, service delivery and compliance with industry regulations, contributing to the overall success of the organisation in the transport sector.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate daily transport operations to ensure timely and efficient service delivery.
• Ensuring safe, compliant and efficient operations
• Ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to
• Ensure daily forklift pre-start checks have been completed
• Operate forklifts and other machinery safely, adhering to all company policies and procedures.
• Monitoring the handling of inbound and outbound freight by:
• Accurately scanning, sorting, and placing items in correct locations.
• Performing Checks, Weighing, and Cubing (CWC).
• Loading/unloading safely, efficiently, and damage-free.
• Blending freight effectively to maximise load revenue.
• Ensuring compliance with mass and load restraint regulations.
• Following Chain of Responsibility requirements
• Verify consignment notes and report any quality issues.
• Prevent miss-sorts and miss-loads by accurately matching freight and connotes.
• Promptly report any damage, shortages, or split consignments.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe yard.
• Work towards zero incidents or near-misses.
• Collaborate professionally across all levels of the business.
• Support team goals and actively contribute to improvement initiatives

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a supervisory role within the transport or logistics industry.
• Strong understanding of transport regulations and safety standards.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in using transport management software and Microsoft Office Suite.