Fleet / Cross Dock Allocator

Austrans is the trusted provider of transport, logistics, freight forwarding and supply chain solutions to some of Australia's biggest brands and businesses.

Established in 1989, Austrans is an intermodal transport and logistics company operating nationwide with Distribution Centres across WA, QLD, NSW and VIC. Our strengths lie in being specialised as a line haul provider for Less than Container Loads (LCL) and Full Container Loads (FCL) interstate intermodal rail, daily pick-ups and over 30 years of experience in the Transport Industry.

Family-owned, we like to take care of our external and internal customers. Our core business value is to provide exceptional customer service, supported by our personal and professional attitude towards our customers and colleagues. 

Who we are looking for

We are currently looking for a Fleet / Cross Dock Allocator to join our team located at Perth Airport. Working shifts Monday to Friday with additional hours and week-end coverage when required.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the allocation and distribution of goods within the fleet and across cross-dock facility. 

What your days would look like?

Key functions (but not limited to):

• Optimise the assignment of vehicles, drivers, and equipment to meet delivery requirements - considering vehicle capacity, load characteristics, delivery schedules, and customer demands
• Develop efficient delivery routes and schedules for the fleet 
• Oversee the loading and unloading of vehicles at cross-dock facility, ensuring that products are organised and distributed effectively
• Coordinate with warehouse personnel, dockworkers, and drivers to facilitate smooth operations
• Monitor and manage inventory levels at cross-docking facilities, ensuring that the right products are available for efficient distribution
• Act as central point of contact between various stakeholders, including drivers, cross-dock/depot staff, suppliers, and customers
• Communicate delivery schedules, address any issues or delays, and provide updates to relevant parties
• Ensure that all transportation activities comply with relevant regulations and safety standards

 Do you tick these boxes?

• Current Forklift Licence preferred
• Previous experience in similar role within the transport and logistic industry
• Relevant further education highly regarded
• Strong safety culture and understanding of CoR
• Attention to detail and ability to comply with company procedures and policies
• Highly self-motivated, reliable, and enthusiastic with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team

What’s on Offer?

• Attractive salary
• Work with a passionate and experienced team 
• Company driven by values
• Career development opportunities
• Great work-life balance

Click ‘Apply for this Job’ now, and our friendly recruitment team will be in touch with suitable candidates.

Austrans encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous Australians and people of all ages, genders and abilities.