Transport Admin
Lyndons Pty Ltd
Job Description
The role: Transport Scheduler and Administration
The role actively engages with Customers, Drivers and the broader branch sales and operations team to facilitate the scheduling of deliveries in the most cost effective and efficient manner in line with Customer requirements, undertaking various takes including, but not limited to, scheduling management, route planning, and logistics coordination. Working closely with the transport team, drivers, and external partners, to optimises routes, allocates resources, and maintains meticulous records and by monitoring schedules, resolving logistical challenges, and proactively communicating with Customers, this role plays a pivotal part in the achievement of a Customer experience that aligns with Lyndon's core value and standard of service.
Safety for our people is paramount: we live by our ‘Safety First, Always!’ value-driven culture. We promote collaboration, with zero tolerance to any form of bullying and harassment. We believe in “One Team, One Way, One LYNDONS.”
This position will be based at our Salisbury Branch.
Responsibilities include:
Operations
- Review Customer deliveries and details to plan and coordinate Customer deliveries to achieve a Delivered On Time and In Full outcome
- Schedule and optimise daily and weekly delivery routes to ensure most cost-effective outcomes are achieved
- Communicate delivery requirements and timeframes with customers ensuring they are updated on any changes to their requirements.
- Ensure all paperwork and documents are properly recorded in the relevant systems and filed, including records for vehicles, schedules and completed orders.
- Report maintenance and repair needs for transport vehicles and equipment to transport supervisor.
- Report any issues or complaints, once known. Escalate to higher management if not resolved in a suitable timeframe.
- Ensure all company policies and procedures are met and adhered to, including all legislative and government compliance requirements.
- Assist with Processing of Sales orders to invoices, once goods are despatched.
- Assist with the receipting of good Inwards into inventory system
- Assist with processing of stock transfers.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports as and when directed by the supervisor or manager
- Undertake any additional administrative duties as directed by the supervisor or manager
Take responsibilities on behalf of the organisation, but must also comply with requirements as workers, including:
- Ensure a safe working environment exists for team members and customers
- Ensure adherence to WHS policies and procedures
- Maintain relevant knowledge of WHS issues
- Act as a role model by demonstrating safe work behaviour
To be considered for this role you will need:
Ideally you will have:
- Solid knowledge of supply chain management
- Experience preparing and tracking orders
- Familiarity with logistics software
- Excellent organisational skills
- Problem-solving abilities
Why Join Lyndons?
Lyndons is a family-owned Australian business that has been supplying tools, equipment and materials to the building and construction industry for over 100 years. Our customers are loyal and so are we!
We offer several benefits including:
- On-the-job training and career development through the Lyndons Academy
- Team member discounts and employee referral rewards
- Regular social events – we like to have fun too!
- Supportive, friendly team with a zero tolerance for bullying or harassment
- We’ll provide your uniform and safety gear
- Access to our free counselling service (EAP) if you ever need support
- Opportunities to move across different branches in Queensland