Job Description
Heavy Vehicle Fleet Scheduler / Allocator
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We are currently seeking an experienced Transport Fleet Scheduler / Allocator to work with a General and Heavy dedicated team in our specialised Transport Division. The role is a full-time permanent position - salaried. This salary incorporates the out of hours nature of this type of work including weekend work and night work for some projects.
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The Fleet Scheduler / Allocator is responsible for:
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Booking and tracking containers (slots)
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Allocating drivers and fleet to jobs on the schedule of works
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Where excess drivers, liaising with other divisions for internal hire needs
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Create schedules / manifests for jobs each day and communicate to drivers
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Provide start times and associated job information to drivers prior to the start of the next shift
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Update job legs into the system in a timely and accurate manner - including any changes to the job plan
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Support in job planning process (e.g. pilot, police bookings and permit tracking and lodgement)
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Communicate any changes to relevant persons (including additional charges, delays, ETA's etc)
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Communicating and liaising with customers for in/out bound requests and updates
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Co-ordinate and liaise with site supervisor for movements into/around and out of the yard as required
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To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate the follow key qualities:
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Knowledge of NHVAS, Gazette Notices,



Permit scheme and other transport legislation
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Knowledge of heavy transport vehicle configurations and load mass limits
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Prior experience OSOM (essential) - i.e.. heavy haulage, out of gauge movements
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Prior experience to book, plan & monitor slots via 1-Stop, VBS and Container Chain
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NHVAS - BFM accreditation (desirable not essential)
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Ability to meet deadlines
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Abstract thinker - able to work in a changing environment and drive efficiencies and performance within changing conditions.
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Highly organised and methodical in paperwork and process
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Cert III or IV in Frontline management of Supply Chain Logistics (desirable)
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TLIF**** - Administer a Fatigue Risk Management system (desirable)
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Balanced approach which incorporates safety
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Russell Transportis a medium sized family road transport business based in South-East Queensland. With over 100 years experience we have a diverse range of transport, warehousing and crane businesses.
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We are an Equal Chance Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people of all ages. We support a strong focus on gender balance and encourage women to apply.
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For further details on Russell Transport, please visit our website:
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📌 Heavy Vehicle Fleet Scheduler / Allocator (Queensland)
🏢 Russell Transport
📍 Queensland