Job Description

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• ​Permanent work-from-home set-up
• Australian business hours
• Full-time job
• HMO
• Annual leave
• 13th-month pay
• With Government Mandated Benefits