Victorian Freight Specialists (VFS) is a privately owned company that has been in operation for over 25 years. With 7 depots based in Dandenong, Truganina, Geelong, Moama, Morwell, Shepparton and Wodonga and over 250 employees, VFS strives to achieve the best for its staff and customers.

Victorian Freight Specialists (VFS) is seeking an experienced transport professional to join our busy operations team as a Fleet Controller .

This is a key operational role responsible for coordinating drivers, vehicles and daily freight movements, helping ensure our transport operation runs safely, efficiently and effectively throughout each shift.

Join the VFS Operations Team

Victorian Freight Specialists (VFS) is a privately owned company that has been in operation for over 25 years. With 7 depots based in Dandenong, Truganina, Geelong, Moama, Morwell, Shepparton and Wodonga and over 250 employees, VFS strives to achieve the best for its staff and customers.

Victorian Freight Specialists (VFS) is seeking an experienced transport professional to join our busy operations team as a Fleet Controller .

This is a key operational role responsible for coordinating drivers, vehicles and daily freight movements, helping ensure our transport operation runs safely, efficiently and effectively throughout each shift.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Fleet Manager, the Fleet Controller is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and management of vehicle and driver movements.

You will be working in a fast-paced operational environment where priorities can change throughout the day. The successful candidate will need to communicate effectively, stay organised and be able to make practical decisions to keep the operation moving.

Key Responsibilities





- Coordinate the scheduling and dispatch of trucks and drivers

- Allocate vehicles and drivers to pickups and freight movements

- Provide pickup ETAs to key customers

- Monitor OH&S; and NHVR compliance

- Ensure company policies and procedures are followed

- Communicate effectively with drivers, customers and the wider operations team

- Work closely with drivers, customers and the wider operations team to keep the fleet moving efficiently

About You

Transport experience is essential.

We are looking for someone with a sound understanding of the transport and logistics industry who can step into a busy operational setting and contribute from day one.

You will also have:

- Previous experience within the transport industry

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Excellent organisational and time-management skills

- The ability to prioritise and manage competing demands

- The ability to work effectively within a team environment

- A practical, solutions-focused approach to operational challenges

- A strong commitment to safety and compliance

Previous Fleet Controller, Transport Allocator or similar experience will be highly regarded, but is not essential.

We are open to candidates with robust transport industry experience who are looking to take the next step in their career into a fleet control/operations position.

What We Offer

- Full-time, permanent position

- Monday to Friday

- Competitive Salary

- Opportunity to become a key member of the VFS transport operations team

- A varied and hands-on role within a busy transport environment

Apply Now

If you have transport industry experience, strong organisational skills and enjoy working in a fast-paced operational setting, we would like to hear from you.

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📌 Fleet Controller (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Freight Specialists
📍 Melbourne