Our client is a family owned and operated logistics, cold storage and fumigation business for major wholesalers, retailers, growers, and supermarkets Australia wide. They are leaders in fresh produce supply chain management, ensuring that every step of the process in the movement of perishable goods is handled efficiently, safely and securely.
They are seeking to appoint an experienced and versatile Transport Planner to their day shift team based in Epping, working 8am-6pm Tuesday -Saturday (however, there is some flexibility in the days).
Reporting to The Transport Supervisor, you will be required to schedule the on-time delivery of produce into major distribution centres, whilst ensuring there is no compromise to the quality.
Working within a supportive team; your key responsibilities will include:
- Efficient and accurate load planning for optimal temperature-controlled transport operations
- Allocation of drivers and trailers- local pickups and deliveries
- Organise Timeslot bookings with distributions centres
- Building strong customer relationships and communicating any changes
- Oversight of Fleet maintenance
- Oversight of sub-contractor drivers in cab and inductions
- Working with web-based programs, emails and Excel systems
- Back up HC driver within the facility, moving trailers on/off the docks
- Assisting with Forklift operating- load/unload of trailers when required
- Liaising with the night shift Operations team
To be successful within this position you should demonstrate:
- Proven experience in a similar role involving transport load planning, driver allocating, or fleet allocating
- Previous experience with fresh produce or temperature-controlled Transport and palletised freight will be highly regarded
- Intermediate computer skills, with experience in E-Road highly regarded
- Highly organised with the ability to work calmly and efficiently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of Chain of responsibility and road transport legislation
- Can plan, and think quickly and strategically
- Ability to work within a family friendly team environment
- Hold a valid HC licence (Will consider a HR licence, looking to upskill to a HC licence)
- Hold a Forklift licence
This is a great opportunity to work in a diverse position, utilising both your Transport operational knowledge as well as your driving experience.
If you require further information not mentioned above, please contact Diana Curcio at Logical Executive Solutions on 0499 441 ***