About The Role
At Kent, Customer Service is our priority and the driving force behind our vision to Make Life Easy. Our interstate and international relocations rely on precise planning, strong communication, and accurate system management to ensure containers move safely, efficiently, and on time.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Scheduler (Linehaul) to support interstate container scheduling and depot operations. Reporting to the Operations Manager, this on-site role is responsible for planning container movements between branches, coordinating road and rail linehaul services, managing wharf and rail bookings, and ensuring all WMS entries and documentation are completed accurately and on time.
You will act as the primary customer contact following Coordination handover, providing updates, managing changes, and ensuring service delivery expectations are met. This role plays a critical part in maintaining operational flow, minimising service delays, and ensuring compliance across container and scheduling activities.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build their operational career within logistics and relocation, with clear pathways into Senior Scheduler and future Operations leadership roles.
Some Of What You Will Be Doing
Plan and arrange interstate container and linehaul movements
Manage container in/out movements at depot
Coordinate road, rail, and wharf bookings
Update and maintain accurate WMS and container scheduling records
Brief and debrief crews, ensuring job documentation is complete and compliant
Liaise with warehouse teams, contractors, and crews on movements and compliance




Provide proactive customer updates and manage service changes
Escalate major delays or customer issues to the Operations Manager
About You
You are organised, resilient, and thrive in a fast-paced operational environment. You understand that successful scheduling requires accuracy, strong communication, and the ability to stay calm when priorities shift.
You enjoy problem-solving and take pride in getting the details right - whether that's ensuring WMS accuracy, coordinating container movements, or managing last-minute changes. You can balance customer expectations with operational realities and build positive working relationships with crews, warehouse teams, and contractors.
You are dependable, punctual, and understand that reliable attendance is critical in an operations workplace where customers and teams rely on your planning.
What We Hope You Have
0-2 years' experience in logistics, container control, warehousing, or scheduling
Basic knowledge of container or linehaul processes
Experience using WMS or similar systems with strong data accuracy
Ability to follow compliance and documentation procedures
Strong time management and multitasking capability
High attention to detail
Confidence communicating with customers and operational teams
About Us




Kent is an Australian family owned business success story that started 80 years ago. Don't make the mistake of thinking we're just a bunch of trucks - we have over 400 amazing employees and contractors across a network of almost 20 locations.
Our specialised business units supporting our operations are high performing but still know how to have fun - including our tech team who build bespoke systems in-house, and marketing who enhance our digital transformation.
What's little known about us is that Kent is a great place to work because we have great people with great stories. They reflect the rich heritage we have as well as the next generation of new ideas - a winning combo that drives us to innovate and take the industry to new heights.
Benefits
Competitive salary plus super
Genuine work life balance
Access to training and development through Kent Academy
Kent CARE Program focus on staff wellbeing and mental health
FleetPartners Fully Maintained Novated Leases
Staff discounts on storage and removals services
Recognition incentives in the form of digital gifts
Commitment to inclusiveness and workplace equality
Support for women choosing a management career path
$2M invested in technology including bespoke systems built in-house
5-star rated onboarding experience
1 in 5 roles filled internally - we love promoting from within
Diverse business areas offering long-term career opportunities
If you are ready to step into a role where operational excellence, compliance, and team development are key - join a company that truly lives its values.
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📌 Operations Scheduler - Linehaul (New South Wales)
🏢 Kent Removals and Storage
📍 New South Wales