Who are we:
K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.
About Chemtrans
Chemtrans is a division of K&S Freighters and is a well-respected industry leader in the safe and efficient transportation and delivery of Dangerous and Hazardous Goods and chemicals throughout Australia.
The Opportunity:
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly organised allocator/scheduler to co-ordinate day-to-day transport operations within our dangerous goods division.
This is a fast-paced role requiring strong attention to detail, excellent problem solving and communication skills to ensure business needs are delivered and the customer needs are always met to a high standard.
Operating as the go-to person for fatigue management, delivery processes, customer service and monitoring of the fleet, this role offers variety and a strong career development in dangerous goods setting with on-the-job training and support provided.
You will:
Complete and monitor all documentation in a timely, accurate manner and in accordance with legal requirements and customer expectations.
Generate all paperwork required for daily deliveries including con notes and delivery dockets
Monitor rosters and scheduling to meet compliance with driver fatigue laws
Monitor onsite equipment maintenance and service requirements.
Allocate your resources and operation in the safest, efficient and most cost-effective manner
Report any delays to customers due to breakdowns, weather/traffic conditions, emergencies or irregularities to ensure requirements are met.
Data entry of driver’s hours to support BFM accreditation
PPE Issuing, monitoring and auditing
Documentation and investigation of incidents as per K&S standards
Complying with all transport regulations and laws
Assisting with vehicle servicing and inspections, documenting all actions and recording on file
This role will also involve joining a team roster and working some weekends, so flexibility to be available on these occasions is required.
What you’ll bring:
We’re looking for transport allocation experience, but happy to train the right person with the specifics required for this role. You will be a strong, professional communicator when under pressure, and able to remain positive to solve issues and direct drivers when needed.
You will have:
Experience in transport & logistics operations
Proven customer service delivery and excellent communication & leadership skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and problem solve when issues arise
A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
Knowledge of compliance and legislative requirements regarding NHVR, fatigue management and dangerous goods- highly desirable but not required
Exceptional organisational skills, an eye for detail and accuracy and a passion for efficiency
Why Join us:
Rewarding remuneration package
Novated car lease option
Salary sacrifice
Paid parental leave
Growth and development to support career progression
Employee recognition and rewards program
24/7 Employee assistance program including financial wellness support
Corporate health plan discount
Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace
Stable ASX listed, multi-modal business with 80 years of industry history
If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply today.
To uphold our core value of “Everybody Safe Everyday” a pre-employment medical and police check will be required to be successful in this role.
Applicants must have full Australian working rights. We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.
