The Opportunity

You’ll work within a major retail distribution network completing 170+ runs per day across multiple shifts. The role operates on a 10am–10pm rotating 4-on / 4-off roster, providing predictable work–life balance while offering fast-paced, impactful work.

You will be at the centre of daily freight coordination, service delivery, and real-time decision-making that directly supports one of Australia’s largest retail partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Allocation & Routing

• Allocate freight across a high number of daily driver runs factoring in freight type (frozen / chilled / ambient / fragile), pallet weights, load capacity, route restrictions, driver fatigue risk and overall cost efficiency.
• Match freight to the appropriate truck type and driver capability.
• Maintain proactive, professional communication with drivers throughout shifts.

Operational Coordination

• Stay across orders being picked and staged to ensure schedule alignment.
• Work closely with internal teams and the national retail client to ensure seamless service.
• Monitor performance, timing, and any risks to the delivery schedule.
• Monitor driver compliance

Contingency & Incident Management

• Manage emergency resource planning for breakdowns, accidents, delays, or shortages.
• Re-route drivers or reallocate freight in real time to protect critical service windows.

Data Accuracy & Issue Resolution

• Complete accurate data entry across multiple transport systems.
• Use live data to identify inefficiencies, service risks, or scheduling issues.
• Resolve delivery or operational concerns quickly and professionally.

About You

• Experience in transport allocation / scheduling within a high-volume logistics or distribution setting.
• Strong understanding of freight types, temperature-controlled goods, pallet weight limits, and vehicle suitability.
• Ability to handle pressure, prioritise effectively, and solve problems on the go.
• Exceptional communication skills when working with drivers and retail stakeholders.
• Strong system skills and high attention to detail.
• Availability for 12-hour shifts on a rotating 4/4 roster.

What’s On Offer

• Work with one of Australia’s most respected logistics organisations.
• Stable and balanced roster pattern.
• Highly supportive operational team with clear processes and strong leadership.
• A role that genuinely impacts the daily movement of essential goods nationwide.
• Immediate start.
• Stable full time hours with clear visibility on rostered shifts - allowing work life balance
• 10am–10pm | 4 Days On / 4 Days Off | Rolling Roster

If you have the experience outlined above and want to join a trusted, nationally recognised transport leader, apply today!

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.