Transport Operations

We are looking for an experienced operator to join our transport operations team on a 6 month maternity leave cover
The Role

Reporting directly to our Transport Manager, this is an excellent opportunity for someone within the freight forwarding industry to develop their cartage coordination skills. 

Joining our Import Sea & Air division, this role will suit a deadline driven individual with strong relationship management skills. 
  
Your Responsibilities:
  • Maintaining communication with relevant stakeholders throughout the various stages of the transport process
  • Placing and monitoring bookings in a timely manner
  • Arranging documentation and appropriate transportation 
  • Maintain high quality customer service in all dealings with internal and external stakeholders
  • Collaborate with sales team, account holders and internal staff to ensure client requirements are met 
  • Liaising directly with transport companies and warehouses to ensure speedy turnaround
  • Plan and negotiate suitable pickup and delivery time frames with customers
  • Work closely with team members on a daily basis and provide back up support to each other to manage seasonal volumes
About You

Required Skills & Experience: 
  • Prior experience in import operations / freight forwarding
  • Knowledge of CargoWise One 
  • Demonstrated ability to solve operational and transport problems 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Effective time management and organisational skills
  • Ability to follow instructions and adaptable learner
This is a full-time position with standard office hours of 8:30am – 5:00pm Monday to Friday. 
  
Our Perks
  • Access to our staff discounts that you can use with hundreds of retailers including Coles and Woolworths
  • We pride ourselves on having a friendly & inclusive culture, you're not just another number!
  • Collaborative and welcoming team environment
  • Free onsite parking 
  • Internal Opportunities within the SEAWAY Group 
  • Ongoing professional learning and development
  • Weekday coffee truck onsite each morning
About Us 

SEAWAY is a Group of Australian-owned Shipping Agency and Logistics companies, employing 500+ staff across locations in Australia, New Zealand and China. We specialise in all areas of supply chain which span across our 4 Pillars – SEA, AIR, INTERMODAL & SHIPPING AGENCIES. 

We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer with a welcoming, respectful and supportive team environment. At SEAWAY, we value the contributions all of our team members bring to our business, and in turn focus on providing pathways for success by partnering with you to help you achieve your goals.

  
APPLICATIONS 


To join our incredible team here at SEAWAY, simply click 'Apply Now' and ensure you include both a resume and cover letter.  

Please note: Applicants that we select to interview will be contacted within 2 weeks of receiving an application. If you do not hear from us within this time, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

As part of the recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to supply 100 Points of ID and complete a National Police Check.

No Agencies please.