At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate local driver runs and ensure timely freight dispatch.
- Company: Join Lindsay Transport, Australia's leading fresh produce transporter.
- Benefits: Gain valuable transport experience and explore career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible nightshift options available with a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic team environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in transport allocation and strong planning skills required.
Who We Are: Lindsay Transport, part of Lindsay Australia Limited, is Australia's leading transporter of fresh and refrigerated produce. We connect Australian farmers with retailers and families through our national road, rail and logistics network. With more than 70 years of experience, we're a diverse and growing business with opportunities to learn, develop and grow with Lindsay's.
The Opportunity: We're looking for a Nightshift Transport Allocator to join our Brisbane team, coordinating local driver runs and ensuring freight is planned, loaded and dispatched on time. This is a hands-on role where no two shifts are necessarily the same. You'll need to stay organised, adapt when priorities change and work closely with drivers and depot teams to keep the operation running smoothly. If you enjoy taking ownership, making decisions and being part of a team that gets the job done, we'd love to hear from you.
Nightshift roster options: Sunday to Thursday OR Tuesday to Saturday. Start times will be confirmed for each position.
What You'll Do:
- Coordinate local driver allocations and deliveries
- Plan and build loads to meet customer requirements
- Manage equipment and resources to support efficient operations
- Raise and reconcile freight bills
- Work closely with operations, depot teams, floor staff and maintenance
- Ensure proof of delivery (POD) documentation is retrieved and uploaded
- Monitor fleet performance and report against KPIs
- Monitor compliance with fatigue, mass and maintenance requirements
- Support safe work practices and conduct site safety audits
What You'll Bring:
- Experience in transport allocation, scheduling, dispatch or a similar operations role
- An understanding of fatigue management, mass limits and Chain of Responsibility requirements
- Strong planning and problem-solving skills
- The ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to change
- Clear communication skills and the confidence to work with a diverse workforce
- A logical, organised approach and the ability to take ownership of your work
- Flexibility to work the required nightshift roster, including weekends
Why Join Lindsay? You'll be part of a well-established national transport business where your contribution makes a real difference to daily operations. You'll have the opportunity to build your transport experience, develop your skills and explore future career opportunities as you grow with the business.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Lindsay Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Nightshift Transport Allocator in Brisbane employer: Lindsay Australia Limited
Lindsay Australia Group is an exceptional employer, offering a permanent role as a Sales Agronomist in a family-friendly team environment at our Brandon Branch. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide competitive remuneration, ongoing career development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture that prioritises safety and inclusivity. Enjoy unique benefits such as a vehicle lease option, generous discounts, and rewards for service milestones while making a meaningful impact in the agricultural community.
