Operations Coordinator

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria. 

About Heavy Haulage:

Heavy Haulage is a division of K&S Freighters, specialising in the transportation of oversized, over mass freight solutions, special projects, equipment storage, and port logistics. Every project we undertake is managed by our expert project’s teams, committed to excellence and precision.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Operations Coordinator will support our team in all aspects of oversized and over mass freight.

We are seeking an excellent communicator to juggle various tasks on the go and communicate with all drivers and sub-contractors keeping our operations team and customers up to speed on service delivery. 

Whether you have experience in over-dimensional loads and statutory requirements or are eager to develop your skills, you’ll be supported by our experienced team. Experience with WA Main Roads permits, mapping systems, Western Power escort booking systems and Fremantle Port booking systems will be highly regarded.

Flexibility for afterhours phone calls is essential for this role.

Role Responsibilities:

Managing and processing transport bookings from clients

Liaising with operations staff to ensure the optimum utilisation of equipment

Delegating work to truck drivers and subcontractors

Monitoring the progress and execution of all jobs

Respecting and enforcing all statutory requirements and company policies

Invoicing (company and sub-contractors) and reporting on P&L results and other KPI’s

Consistently adhere to all transport laws, regulations, company policies, and procedures

Key Competencies:

Previous experience in similar role or looking for a training opportunity with a keen interest in transport industry.

An understanding of main road permits and wharf bookings will be highly valued.

Strong career focus with an eagerness to learn and develop.

High level communication skills being articulate and confident in your approach.

Strong initiative with the ability to adapt to changing situations.

Self-motivated, with exceptional organisation and time management skills.

Computer literate, possessing quality Microsoft Office skills.

Why Join us:

Rewarding remuneration package

Novated car lease option

Salary sacrifice

Paid parental leave

Growth and development to support career progression

Employee recognition and rewards program

24/7 Employee assistance program including financial wellness support

Corporate health plan discount

Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace

Stable ASX listed, multi-modal business with 80 years of industry history

If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, we encourage you to apply today.

To uphold our core value of “Everybody Safe Everyday” a pre-employment medical and police check will be required to be successful in this role.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights. We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.