Despatcher

Linfox

  • Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
Who are we?Linfox is the largest privately-owned logistics company across Australia and New Zealand. We provide industry leading transport and warehousing services across diverse industries using a network of company warehouses, sites, transport modes and operational levels of expertise. In New Zealand our team numbers over 600 with Auckland being our hub of activity.What we need?We are currently looking for a Despatcher, someone who can deliver outstanding service to both our internal and external customers. You will have experience in a similar role and knowledge of transport and warehouse systems and process.Reporting to the Regional Manager you will be responsible for providing effective dispatch duties for our Auckland Transport Operation, which are Monday to Friday. Hours of work will be up to 50 hours per week, 13h30 to 23h30.The duties will include:
  • Rostering vehicles and drivers
  • Promoting a high standard of Health and Safety to achieve Vision Zero
  • Promoting and implementing operational KPIs
  • Ensuring all transport activities meet best practice and legal requirements.
About you:You will be a result focused individual with excellent communication skills and can demonstrate the following:
  • Planning, rostering and organizational skills - to ensure timely delivery of outcomes.
  • Advanced geographical knowledge
  • Customer focused with excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
  • Accuracy & attention to detail
  • Ability to negotiate and make good decisions in a stressful situation.
  • Leadership skills
  • OSH endorsed forklift (F) license advantage but not necessary.
  • Knowledge and experience of Microsoft office applications, E - Cargo, Truckmate and SAP
  • Class 5 license would be an advantage not necessary.
What's in it for you:
  • An opportunity to develop your leadership with the backing of a significant Australasian company.
  • Competitive salary
  • A great team
  • An opportunity to make a difference.
  • An inclusive, safe, and diverse company united by The Linfox Way.
The Linfox values have stood the test of time for 60 years, and its important that our team reflect our values - Loyalty, Integrity, Fairness and Trust (LIFT). If you want to be part of the Linfox Way and our team then apply now!You must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand to apply for this vacancy.Advertised: 08 Apr 2024 New Zealand Standard Time
Applications close: 07 May 2024 New Zealand Standard Time

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