Linehaul Allocator

About the Role

We’re looking for a proactive and detail‑driven Linehaul Allocator to manage and optimise our national freight movements. In this fast‑paced role, you’ll be the key link between our drivers, customers, and operations team—ensuring freight moves safely, efficiently, and on time.

If you thrive under pressure, have the ability to meet deadlines and timelines and love solving problems on the fly, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and allocate linehaul runs across the national network
• Manage entire contracts from end to end, including local pickups and last mile deliveries
• Working with customer direct pickups and deliveries, and crossdock pickups and deliveries
• Monitor fleet movements and adjust schedules in real time
• Liaise with drivers, depots, and customers to ensure smooth operations
• Manage compliance with fatigue, safety, and chain‑of‑responsibility requirements
• Resolve operational issues quickly and professionally
• Maintain accurate records, manifests, PODs and driver run sheets
• Work closely with Fleet and Compliance Supervisors to minimise downtown through R&M requirements
• Support continuous improvement in fleet utilisation and service performance

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years’ experience in linehaul allocation and logistics coordination
• Strong understanding of linehaul and local operations and driver compliance
• Solid understanding of interstate and local routes, travel and loading times and rest breaks
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills supported by formal training (advantageous)
• Ability to multitask, make fast decisions and remain calm under pressure
• Proficiency with transport management systems (TMS)
• A team‑focused mindset with a commitment to safety and service