Transportation Logistics Coordinator - Melbourne, Australia - American President Lines We are seeking a highly skilled Transportation Logistics Coordinator to join our team at American President Lines. As a key member of our logistics team, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and cost-effective coordination of transportation services.
Key Responsibilities Ensure compliance with Chain of Responsibility (CoR) Legislation, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and other relevant standards and regulations. Identify and address safety issues proactively, and conduct monthly compliance audits on transport providers. Collaborate with the warehouse team to ensure packaging is fit for transport and implement initiatives to eliminate transit damage caused by insufficient packaging. Monitor daily freight volumes and liaise with transport suppliers to ensure adequate vehicle capacity is available to meet delivery requirements. Organize additional transport as required. Manage transport suppliers and subcontractors, ensuring adherence to scheduled arrival and departure times. Investigate service failures, damage, shortages, overages, or incorrect deliveries. Implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Oversee all open transport issues and ensure they are resolved within the KPI timeframes specified in contract agreements. Manage the transport network, recommending and implementing cost reduction initiatives where appropriate. Attend and contribute to transport provider KPI meetings, operational reviews, and safety toolbox meetings. Oversee the loading of vehicles to ensure freight is safely secured in compliance with CoR requirements and prevent damage during transit. Ensure all dispatch documentation is accurate and complete. Manage and coordinate the activities of drivers on-site to ensure smooth operations. Manage the MHU Track and Trace process to ensure efficient tracking of freight. Requirements Experience in coordinating transportation and dispatch operations, including working with transport suppliers and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. A good understanding of safety standards, with the ability to identify and address safety issues and conduct basic compliance checks. Ability to manage daily freight volumes, coordinate vehicle capacity, and resolve common transportation issues like delays or delivery discrepancies. Strong communication and teamwork skills, with proven ability to coordinate others and build positive relationships with stakeholders. Basic commercial awareness, with experience in supporting cost efficiency initiatives and understanding site performance. Competent with Excel and able to use basic analytical skills to support operational improvements. What We Offer We offer a competitive compensation package, a range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, and opportunities for professional development and growth.
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