Our Company:
K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and has provided transport, logistics, energy, and dangerous goods services since 1945. Now one of Australia and New Zealand's largest multi-modal providers with 80 locations and 1800 employees, our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, safety, and continuous improvement.
About K&S Freighters:
At K&S Freighters, we're more than just transport—we're the driving force behind Australia's supply chain. From road, rail, and coastal sea forwarding to export packing and wharf lodgment, we deliver seamless, end-to-end logistics solutions that keep businesses moving.
The Opportunity:
Reporting to the State Manager, the Transport Allocator will collaborate closely with branch operations and will be responsible for efficient daily planning, allocation and coordination of freight movements across the NSW metropolitan, regional and interstate routes.
This role is best suited for someone who demonstrates skills necessary to optimise trucks and driver utilisation and deliver exceptional services to customers.
Responsibilities:
1. Plan, schedule, and allocate local and linehaul runs across the national network
2. Maximise utilization of fleet to achieve optimal efficiency
3. Building and maintaining a strong customer relationship
4. Maintain accurate records, manifests, PODs and driver run sheets.
5. Manage compliance with fatigue, safety and COR requirements
6. Resolve operational issues quickly and professionally
7. Oversee driver training
Success Profile:
8. Previous experience in a similar role & industry
9. Knowledge and monitoring of fatigue and mass in accordance with legislative requirements.
10. Understanding of the Chain of Responsibility.
11. Strong attention to detail and time management
12. Fantastic customer service skills
13. Ability to multitask and adapt to changing situations and remain calm under pressure
14. Knowledge of rail and wharf transport along with One Stop an advantage.
Why join us:
15. Competitive remuneration commensurate with your experience
16. Employee Assistance Program including financial wellness guidance
17. Novated car lease option
18. Corporate Health Plan Discount
19. Multi divisional career pathways
20. Parental Leave
21. Salary sacrifice
22. Growth and development to support career progression
23. Corporate health plan discount
24. Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace
25. ASX listed market leader | More than 75 years of service
We foster a warm supportive culture grounded in our values: Safety, Customer Service, People and Community and Innovation.
To uphold our core value of "Everybody Safe Everyday" a police check, and pre-employment medical will be required to be successful in this role.