About This Role
This key operational role is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day transport activities of the business, ensuring deliveries are scheduled efficiently, drivers and vehicles are effectively managed, and customers receive a high level of service. It suits an experienced, highly organised, and motivated manager to join a growing fuel distribution operation.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage monthly driver and staff rosters to ensure adequate operational coverage
- Coordinate daily tanker deliveries to company sites and third-party customers across Victoria, New South Wales, and South Australia
- Develop efficient delivery schedules and allocate drivers and vehicles based on customer requirements, vehicle availability, and operational priorities
- Monitor customer fuel requirements, including tank dips, stock levels, and delivery records, to assist with accurate and timely scheduling
- Monitor intercompany fuel stock levels and assist with maintaining appropriate stock availability
- Provide support to drivers regarding operational issues, including out-of-hours breakdowns and delivery-related matters
- Ensure transport and delivery paperwork is completed accurately and processed in a timely manner
- Liaise with customers, drivers, suppliers, and internal management to resolve operational issues
- Assist management with transport planning, operational reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure transport activities are undertaken in accordance with company policies, safety requirements, and relevant regulatory obligations
- Maintain accurate records relating to drivers, vehicles, deliveries, and compliance
- Oversee vehicle compliance requirements, including servicing, inspections, tyres, maintenance schedules, and associated records
Requirements
- Previous experience in transport, logistics, fleet coordination, scheduling, or a similar operational management role
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with drivers, customers, suppliers, and management
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly when dealing with unexpected operational issues
- Ability to confidently coordinate people, vehicles, and delivery requirements to meet operational deadlines
- High attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
- Ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a broader management team
- Current Australian driver's licence
- Willingness and ability to provide reasonable after-hours operational support when required
