Despatch / Customer Service Assistant in Melbourne

Despatch / Customer Service Assistant in Melbourne

Melbourne Full-Time 42 - 43 $ / hour (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Assist with customer service and support the despatch team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Company: Join a supportive team in Tullamarine with a focus on logistics and customer satisfaction.
  • Benefits: Casual hours, competitive pay, on-the-job training, and opportunities for skill development.
  • Other info: Flexible work hours with a friendly team atmosphere.
  • Why this job: Make a difference in customer service while gaining valuable experience in logistics.
  • Qualifications: Strong communication skills and local area knowledge; logistics experience is a plus.

The predicted salary is between 42 - 43 $ per hour.

Location: Tullamarine
Employment Type: Casual
Days: Monday – Friday
Hours: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Pay: $42.76 +Penalties

About the Role

This role will be responsible for both Customer Service and providing support to the Despatch Team.

Ideally, we are seeking someone with a strong customer service background, logistics experience, and a good knowledge of Melbourne metropolitan suburbs and regional Victoria.

Key Responsibilities

  • Customer Service Responsibilities
  • Handle inbound calls and enter bookings.
  • Meet customer service KPIs and service targets.
  • Resolve customer enquiries and complaints professionally.
  • Escalate complex issues when required.
  • Monitor call queues and escape delays.
  • Liaise with Operations to ensure efficient service.
  • Manage and respond to customer enquiries via inbox.
  • Obtain and update Proof of Deliveries (PODs).
  • Maintain customer task lists and records.
  • Assist with reporting and administration.
  • Follow workplace safety procedures and company values
  • Despatch Support Responsibilities
  • Coordinate and monitor the courier fleet.
  • Allocate and schedule jobs efficiently.
  • Respond to driver, customer and staff enquiries.
  • Assist with delivery times, addresses, PODs and charges.
  • Use knowledge of local areas to assist with routing.
  • Monitor driver performance and service levels.
  • Problem-solve and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Work independently and manage competing priorities.
  • Ensure drivers and contractors follow safe work procedures.
  • Promote a safe, respectful and compliant workplace.

We’re looking for someone who is

  • Reliable, punctual and organised
  • Confident using computers
  • Friendly and a good communicator
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Local geographical knowledge
  • Previous logistics or dispatch experience is desirable but not essential

What We Offer

  • Monday – Friday,
  • Casual employment with consistent hours
  • Supportive team environment
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunity to develop skills and progress within the business
  • Competitive casual hourly rate

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, ages, religions, abilities, gender identities and sexual orientations.

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Contact Details:

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We think you need these skills to ace Despatch / Customer Service Assistant in Melbourne

Customer Service Skills
Logistics Experience
Knowledge of Melbourne Metropolitan Suburbs
Problem-Solving Skills
Communication Skills
Organisational Skills
Computer Proficiency