Fleet Allocator / Leading Hand

Gibson Austwide is seeking an experienced Fleet Allocator / Leading Hand to join their transport operations team in Melbourne. This role offers an attractive salary package up to $90,000 per year, a company dual-cab utility vehicle, and a Monday to Friday roster with consistent hours and overtime opportunities. The position provides stable employment and career progression into transport management within a friendly and supportive team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Allocating fleet movements across Metropolitan Victoria.
• Planning and assigning daily driver runs.
• Coordinating customer pickups and deliveries.
• Organising linehaul schedules and transport capacity.
• Monitoring fleet servicing and maintenance programs.
• Managing CHEP and LOSCAM pallet control.
• Checking driver paperwork and runsheets.
• Assisting with warehouse operations.
• Supporting the daily leadership of transport operations.

Requirements:

• Current Forklift Licence (essential).
• Minimum five years' experience in the transport industry.
• Previous experience in fleet allocation, dispatch, scheduling, or transport operations.
• Strong understanding of linehaul loading procedures.
• Knowledge of load restraint and vehicle weight compliance.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems quickly.
• Reliable, motivated, and safety-focused.

Highly Regarded:

• Experience using Transvirtual Transport Management Software.
• HR or HC Truck Licence.
• Good knowledge of Melbourne's metropolitan road network.
• Leadership experience or desire to develop into a leadership role.