Logistics Planner - Hybrid, Route Optimization & Inventory

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

MADHU & RYANSH NZ LIMITED in Dunedin is seeking a Transport Manager to coordinate transport operations, supervise staff, and liaise with clients to ensure efficient courier services. The role is based in Dunedin with guaranteed hours, and offers a pay rate of $33–$36 per hour depending on skills and experience.

Responsibilities include fleet planning, driver rostering, route optimisation, and maintaining safety and contractual compliance with NZ Post.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport operations management.
• Proven ability to supervise staff and coordinate drivers.
• Familiarity with client requirements and NZ Post agreements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and control daily transport operations for timely deliveries.
• Manage and coordinate a fleet of courier vehicles including scheduling.
• Supervise drivers, including rostering and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with NZ Post contractual obligations and reporting.
• Monitor efficiency, route optimisation, fuel usage and delivery performance.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance and safety compliance.

Skills

Staff supervision

Client liaison

Operations planning

Fleet coordination

Job description

MADHU & RYANSH NZ LIMITED, is a courier and logistics service provider, contracted to NZ Post, operating across Dunedin. We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Transport Manager to join our team based in Dunedin.

This is a full‑time position, with guaranteed hours of 30 hours per week. The pay rate starts from $33 to $36 per hour, depending on skills, qualification and experience.

Role Overview:

As the Transport Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating transport operations to ensure efficiency, safety, and high‑quality service delivery. The role involves supervising staff, implementing operational strategies to improve performance and productivity, and liaising closely with clients to meet their transportation and delivery requirements effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organise and control daily transport operations to ensure timely and efficient collection and delivery of courier items.
• Manage and coordinate a fleet of courier vehicles, including scheduling, route allocation, and performance monitoring.
• Supervise and manage drivers, including recruitment, training, rostering, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations under NZ Post agreements, including delivery timeframes, service quality, and reporting requirements.
• Monitor and improve operational efficiency, including route optimisation, fuel usage, and delivery performance.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance and compliance, ensuring all vehicles meet safety, registration,