Address JOB DESCRIPTION
About Team Global Express (formerly Toll):
Providing superior customer experiences and operational excellence, Team Global Express is Australia’s largest intermodal logistics provider.
An Australian owned business (established in 1888), we employ over 10,000 employees across over 150 locations. We build unique, innovative and tailored solutions across road, rail, air and sea; providing transport, logistics, and business solutions to customers throughout Australia and New Zealand.
Supported by Allegro Funds (Australia’s largest transformation private equity firm), it’s a really exciting time to be joining TGE. Investment is unprecedented, as we continue to expand our business portfolios.
Overall Purpose of the Job:
To plan and co-ordinate, execute and monitor equipment and labour resources to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the prime mover fleet. This position requires a person with a high level of management and interpersonal skills, with the ability and willingness to co-operate with peers. An exceptional knowledge of relevant road legislation and equipment is also essential for this role. It requires an alert, business oriented person who is able to maximise opportunities through timely decision making, awareness of cost control, innovative thinking and preparedness to handle all tasks in a conscientious manner. The position carries a responsibility for all aspects of local and Linehaul operations that should be conducted in a safe, efficient manner with a high level of service
Roles & Responsibilities:
Oversee the selection of appropriate equipment and load allocation to maximise use of equipment.
In conjunction with Fleet Controllers ( local and Linehaul ) ensure full utilisation of vehicles and to the safe and secure methods of accomplishing loading in an efficient and effective manner.
Ensure that all vehicles are promptly loaded or unloaded on arrival the depot.
All designated vehicles to be loaded and despatched within agreed timeframes.
Manage and review labour requirements in conjunction with Warehouse Manager to ensure appropriate coverage of daily and seasonal peaks with freight demands on all shifts.
Ensure that the operational transport office team provide a high level of customer service.
Update information as required and maintain all internal spreadsheets for weekly KPI analysis.
Ensure safe deconsolidation and consolidation of FCL / FTL units occur as per agreed procedures.
Constantly review load and unload process to establish best practise for safety and effeciencies.
In conjunction with Fleet Controller monitor pickup and deliveries ensuring customers and relevant personnel are promptly advised of inability to achieve planned requirements.
Ensure clear and effective UHF communication is maintained. Address any issues with non comforming UHF use and alert management.
Liaise with site supervisors to ensure best use of the labour and equipment pool.
Monitor and ensure all operators work within the legislated work hours (Standard or Basic Fatigue Management)
Perform random spot checks to ensure that all company operators and contractors utilised have current licenses ( Forklift and Vehicle )
Ensure that operators are vigilant checking load restraint on all freight handled – on receipt for unloading or despatch for loading ( Operators are those people involved in the freight handling or pick up / delivery process : fork lift drivers and drivers )
Assist or as directed, conduct Prestart - Tool box meetings.
Diversity and Inclusion
We celebrate difference.
Why Team Global Express - Team Global Express
We believe nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace, which celebrates different points of view and gives everyone the chance to contribute, as we build to a bigger and brighter future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status.
To be considered, you must be entitled to work in the specified country and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical assessment.
It’s never been a more exciting time to join our team. As we transform into a truly iconic Australian business, your opportunities for growth with us are limitless. To find out more about us, visit About - Team Global Express
