Job no: 762995
Work type: Full time
Location: Laverton North - VIC - Australia
Applications close: 03 Jul 2026 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.
What does the job look like?
Linfox's Intermodal business unit have an opportunity for a Transport Allocator to join our Laverton North team, to support our sub-contractor network. This is a fast-paced operational role responsible for coordinating daily transport activities, ensuring freight is accurately allocated to subcontractors and drivers while meeting customer, safety and compliance requirements. You will play a key role in maintaining service delivery performance through proactive planning, real-time decision making and strong stakeholder engagement. This is a full-time permanent opportunity working Monday - Friday either from 7am - 3pm or 8am - 4pm. Key areas:
Coordinate daily freight allocation to subcontractors and drivers in line with customer requirements and operational plans
Manage bookings, timeslots and allocation boards to ensure alignment with load sheets and transport schedules
Monitor service delivery and resolve issues including subcontractor changes, customer escalations and day-to-day disruptions
Communicate with drivers, planners and stakeholders to confirm capacity and align next-day requirements
Maintain accurate system data and support KPI tracking, reporting and load visibility
Promote safety compliance through monitoring activities such as coupling checks, fatigue compliance and yard observations
Are you the one?
You are an experienced transport or logistics professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset. You enjoy building relationships and bring a genuine willingness to learn and continuously improve.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a transport or logistics operational environment
Exposure to working with subcontractors and coordinating fleet and freight allocation
Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including our sub-contractor network and internal teams
Ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively under pressure
Confidence using transport systems to manage bookings, allocation data and workflows
Strong safety focus with experience supporting compliance and KPI monitoring
What's in it for me?
12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees
Career development opportunities and mentoring programs
Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being
The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact
At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply.
We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Linfox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Further information
You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.
