Our client is a highly respected national logistics provider operating major freight corridors across Australia. With a modern fleet and an advanced Transport Management System (TMS), they are known for efficiency, reliability, and strong compliance standards.
They are now looking for a Linehaul Allocator to support real-time allocation, scheduling, and coordination of linehaul transport operations, requiring strong regulatory knowledge, fast decision-making, and direct communication with drivers and key clients.
Job/Role Responsibilities:
* Perform live allocation and scheduling of linehaul runs, including night shifts and last-minute operational changes.
* Communicate directly with drivers regarding run allocation, route changes, rest breaks, and fatigue management.
* Ensure full compliance with NHVR regulations, Chain of Responsibility (CoR), driver hours, and work diary requirements.
* Liaise with major clients regarding pickups, deliveries, service updates, and operational changes.
* Monitor live operations and respond to incidents such as breakdowns, delays, accidents, or route disruptions.
* Coordinate fleet availability, including mechanical issues and workshop scheduling.
* Make time-critical decisions to minimise service disruption while maintaining safety and compliance.
* Maintain accurate operational records and allocation data within scheduling and TMS platforms.
* Proven experience in linehaul allocation, transport scheduling, or fleet operations.
* Demonstrated knowledge of Australian road transport regulations, including NHVR and fatigue management.
* Experience working directly with Australian linehaul drivers.
* Strong operational decision-making skills under pressure.
* Excellent verbal communication skills for real-time coordination.
* High attention to detail and strong accountability.
* Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
* Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
* Experience with scheduling, allocation tools, and ERP/TMS platforms.
* Flexible availability to support Australian business hours, including potential night shifts.
* Permanent work-from-home set‐up
* Dayshift (Australian business hours)
* Full‐time job
* HMO
* Annual leave
* 13th‐month pay
* With Government Mandated Benefits
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