Transport Coordinator

About the Company and Role

Metroll Bunbury, a prominent Australian manufacturer and supplier of quality metal building products serving commercial and residential construction sectors, is searching for a proactive and well-organized Transport Coordinator to join their operations team. This role is pivotal in ensuring smooth daily operations and timely deliveries, demonstrating a commitment to efficiency and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize and oversee daily transport activities and delivery timelines.
• Plan and allocate deliveries to optimize vehicle and driver usage.
• Maintain communication with customers regarding delivery specifics and status updates.
• Coordinate with drivers to manage priorities and address any delivery issues promptly.
• Collaborate with production and warehouse staff on loading schedules.
• Track delivery progress and troubleshoot problems as they occur.
• Ensure accurate completion and maintenance of delivery documentation and records.
• Support compliance efforts related to Chain of Responsibility (COR) regulations.
• Assist with scheduling drivers, vehicle coordination, and transport administrative duties.
• Maintain detailed transport records and generate reports.
• Participate in initiatives aimed at continuous improvement of transport and logistics functions.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrated prior experience in transport coordination, logistics, dispatch, or scheduling roles.
• Excellent organizational abilities, with capacity to prioritize competing tasks effectively.
• Strong communication skills and aptitude for building productive relationships.
• Confident in coordinating drivers and collaborating with internal teams.
• Sound understanding of transport operations and delivery workflows.
• Attention to detail complemented by precise administrative skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and make decisions in a dynamic environment.
• High commitment to safety standards and quality customer service.
• Experience in manufacturing, building products, steel, or construction-related industries is advantageous.

Benefits and Culture

• Join a respected Australian-owned manufacturing firm with a strong reputation.
• Work within a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere.
• Contribute directly to enhancing transport efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Enjoy a stable, full-time position with potential for long-term career growth.
• Access ongoing learning and development programs.

Additional Information

Metroll is committed to equal employment opportunities and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. Candidates must provide proof of legal work authorization and may need to complete role-related pre-employment screening. Reasonable accommodations can be arranged upon request during any recruitment phase.