Dispatch & Systems Coordinator

HR Connect Limited; Paeroa; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

H.G. Leach & Co Ltd is seeking a real-time dispatch coordinator to manage aggregate deliveries and customer orders alongside the Logistics Manager.

The role focuses on keeping up to 30 trucks moving, improving delivery systems, and reducing repetitive admin through smarter workflows and digital tools. The ideal candidate enjoys finding efficient ways of working, is comfortable with technology, and can contribute to daily operations in a predominantly office-based role with some flexibility for

Qualifications

• Experience in dispatch, transport, logistics or coordination.
• Strong organisation, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Confident with spreadsheets and business systems.
• Proactive, with interest in technology and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate aggregate deliveries and customer orders, keeping up to 30 trucks moving during peak periods.
• Identify ways to improve sales and delivery systems and reduce repetitive administration.
• Explore using AI, automation and digital tools to improve efficiency.
• Work alongside the Logistics Manager to optimise planning and execution.
• Maintain clear records and provide timely information access for stakeholders.

Skills

Dispatch experience

Organization

Communication

Problem solving

Spreadsheet proficiency

Tech mindset

Continuous improvement

Tools

Spreadsheets

Business systems

Job description

• Job Category: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics

Company Description

H.G. Leach & Co Ltd is a family-owned quarrying and contracting business based in Tirohia, with over 70 years of experience.

Job Description

About the role

Working alongside our Logistics Manager, you will coordinate aggregate deliveries and customer orders, keeping up to 30 company and subcontractor trucks moving during peak periods.

Alongside the day-to-day dispatch work, you will identify ways to improve our sales and delivery systems, reduce repetitive administration and make information easier to access. We are looking for someone who enjoys finding smarter ways of working and is open to using AI, automation and digital tools to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

What you will bring

• Experience in dispatch, transport, logistics, customer service or coordination.
• Strong organisation, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence using spreadsheets and business systems.
• A proactive mindset, with an interest in technology and continuous improvement.

Quarrying, aggregate or heavy transport experience is an advantage, but the right attitude and transferable skills are equally important.

Additional Information

Make your mark in an evolving role where you can contribute to daily operations while helping improve the way the business works. This is a predominantly office-based position, with some flexibility needed for delivery planning and occasional Sunday afternoon checks.