Opportunities

• Support daily transport operations in a growing steel logistics network
• Convenient Laverton Location with Free Onsite Parking
• Grow your career with a fast paced, future focused national logistics leader

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Transport Planner to join our Visy Logistics Construction division in Laverton. In this fast‑paced newly created role, you’ll manage daily freight allocation across company and third‑party carriers, ensuring high utilisation, strong customer service, and efficient operational performance. You’ll coordinate freight movements, optimise load planning, and work closely with internal teams and external customers while building strong relationships across our carrier network. This role is ideal for someone with exceptional operational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities and customer expectations in a demanding environment.

What you’ll do:

As a Transport Planner, your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating and allocating daily freight movements across metro and regional areas
• Working closely with Fleet and Operations teams to maximise asset utilisation
• Planning loads efficiently to optimise capacity and reduce empty running
• Scheduling transport and assigning work to the right carriers or Visy fleet
• Maintain accuracy in our TMS, updating orders, rates, and shipment details
• Communicating with customers and carriers to provide updates, resolve delays, and manage expectations
• Reviewing daily rates and ensuring all jobs are rated correctly for invoicing
• Maintaining compliance with fatigue management, Chain of Responsibility, and other legislative requirements

What You Will Bring:

• Prior experience in a Transport Planner/Allocator role within the Transport & Logistics industry
• Sound knowledge and understanding of OH&S, CoR & NHVR legislation
• Experience with SAP, MT DATA & TMS
• Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• A continuous improvement mindset with good change management experience
• Ability to build strong relationships internal and externally

What you’ll love when you join us

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Salary sacrificed novated leasing
• Health, wealth and lifestyle benefits
• Career development opportunities
• Be part of a dynamic industry with strong future growth

About Visy Logistics:  

At Visy Logistics, we don’t just move freight - we move industries forward. As part of one of Australia’s most sustainable and innovative businesses, we provide our people with the stability of a major employer and the opportunity to make a real impact every day. Offering a range of logistics services from warehousing, contract logistics, linehaul, intermodal transport, global freight forwarding and bulk logistics, we do logistics differently. Join a team that delivers reliable, safe and efficient transport solutions - backed by a national network and a strong commitment to our customers, communities and the planet.

Ready to hit the road with us? Apply now and start your journey toward a fulfilling career!

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

These roles are only open to candidates currently residing in Australia with full working rights.