Canberra / ACT Region | $95,000 – $105,000 + Super
Full Time | Monday–Friday, 7:00am–4:00pm | Phone & Laptop
An established business is seeking an experienced
Senior Transport Allocator
to coordinate a heavy vehicle fleet operating across the ACT and regional NSW.
This is a hands‐on allocation role requiring strong logistical thinking, commercial awareness and the ability to manage a transport plan that can change throughout the day. You will coordinate approximately 15 drivers and work closely with operations and maintenance teams to keep the fleet productive and efficiently positioned.
Senior Transport Allocator
Canberra / ACT Region | $95,000 – $105,000 + Super
Full Time | Monday–Friday, 7:00am–4:00pm | Phone & Laptop
An established business is seeking an experienced
Senior Transport Allocator
to coordinate a heavy vehicle fleet operating across the ACT and regional NSW.
This is a hands‐on allocation role requiring strong logistical thinking, commercial awareness and the ability to manage a transport plan that can change throughout the day. You will coordinate approximately 15 drivers and work closely with operations and maintenance teams to keep the fleet productive and efficiently positioned.
Key Responsibilities
Plan and allocate daily and forward heavy vehicle movements
Coordinate drivers and act as their primary contact for day-to-day operational matters
Monitor fleet movements, delays and turnaround times and follow up where required
Maximise fleet utilisation, identify backload opportunities and minimise unnecessary empty running
Adjust allocations around changing operational requirements, driver hours, maintenance and breakdowns
Coordinate truck availability with internal operational and maintenance teams
Maintain oversight of driver fatigue,



vehicle mass and relevant Chain of Responsibility requirements
Maintain accurate allocation records and complete required transport documentation
Communicate with internal sites and external delivery locations regarding movements and scheduling
About You
Previous heavy vehicle transport allocation experience is essential.
You will be an experienced allocator who can think several moves ahead, make sound decisions under pressure and maintain control of a changing transport schedule. Strong communication is essential, as is the confidence to manage experienced drivers, set clear expectations and follow up performance when required.
You will ideally have:
Demonstrated experience allocating complex heavy vehicle movements
Strong understanding of fleet utilisation, route planning and backloading
Knowledge of fatigue, mass and Chain of Responsibility requirements
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Confidence using Excel, vehicle tracking and transport systems
Positive knowledge of regional NSW transport operations
HC or MC licence desirable, but not essential
Experience in bulk haulage, heavy transport, quarrying, agriculture, construction or similar operations will be highly regarded.
The Offer
$95,000 – $105,000 + Super
, depending on experience
Company phone and laptop
Monday–Friday, 7:00am–4:00pm
Hybrid working arrangement available once established, up to two days per week from home
Autonomy to manage day-to-day fleet allocation with support from the broader management team
The nature of the operation means occasional after‐hours calls or transport documentation may be required.
If you are an experienced heavy vehicle allocator who takes ownership of the transport plan and is focused on efficiency, accountability and keeping a fleet moving, we would like to hear from you.
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📌 Senior Transport Allocator (Canberra)
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