We are seeking a motivated school leaver or an individual looking to begin their career in the transport and logistics industry. This is a trainee, entry-level position offering hands-on, on-the-job learning while working closely with our Operations Manager.

Throughout the role, you will gain exposure to all areas of the business, including operations, warehousing, and fleet management of 20+ vehicles. As you progress, there will be opportunities to obtain a forklift licence and a truck licence.

This is a rare and exciting chance to build a long-term career in the transport and logistics industry.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Runsheets
Produce daily runsheets
Review runsheets, including:
Driver breaks
Pre-start checks
Driver declarations
Vehicle maintenance requirements
Review and file National Work Diaries
Scan driver runsheets to the cloud as required

Operations
Manage electronic diaries
Data entry, including:
Creation of consignments
Update consignment statuses
Review bulk allocations
Provide customer service support
Create and manage errors




Handle customer enquiries and incoming calls
Provide driver instructions and assistance
Book subcontractors and follow up on:
Estimated times of arrival (ETAs)
Proof of delivery (PODs)
Manage CHEP / Loscam pallets:
Identify and enter pallet details during data entry
Highlight or stamp pallet details on consignment notes
Raise errors or contact customers if issues arise
Create sales orders and purchase orders for the warehouse

Central Customer Service
Handle all incoming and outgoing enquiries
Act as the first point of contact for customers and company drivers
Liaise internally between Sooner Transport Accounts and Management

Support to Management
Provide assistance to the Managing Director and Operations Manager
Shadow management and follow instructions as required

Job Types: Full time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Trainee – Operations Administrator & Allocator Sunshine North
🏢 Sooner Transport
📍 Sunshine North