Transport Dispatcher

1 day ago

Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand NPDL Full time

Company Description

  • Are you a seasoned Transport Dispatcher with a strong operational focus?
  • Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where innovation and strategic thinking are key?

Transam offers supply chains solutions that connect people, products, and places. By integrating sea and airfreight services with trucking, customs brokerage, warehousing under one platform, Transam delivers seamless, end-to-end logistics tailored to customer needs.

Transam has an international network of agencies in Europe, Asia and North America, with our own offices in New Zealand, Australia, Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Singapore, and the West Coast of the United States. Transam operates on a Cargowise platform that provides transparency and data to enable end-to-end supply chain management, through a network built on trust, simplicity, and personal relationships.

With a people-first mindset, Transam combines direct, responsive service with digital tools that offer flexibility and transparency. The company is known for being straightforward, honest, and deeply connected — geographically, operationally, and personally.

Job Description

We're on the hunt for a Transport Dispatcher to lead the efficient planning, scheduling, and coordination of transport activities for both full and empty containers across New Zealand. The role ensures optimal fleet utilisation, safe operations, and timely service delivery while maintaining strong customer communication and compliance with all legislative and company requirements.

Here is some of what you will be doing:

  • Planning and coordinating transport activities for both full and empty containers.
  • Optimising fleet utilisation to achieve efficiency, service, and cost targets.
  • Scheduling and allocating work, with the flexibility to adapt plans as situations change.
  • Working closely with drivers, customers, depots, shipping lines, and ports to keep things moving smoothly.
  • Supporting yard and transport operations, including safe loading/unloading when needed.
  • Monitoring container hire periods, detention, and demurrage to reduce unnecessary costs.
  • Maintaining accurate dispatch records and proactive communication with all stakeholders.
    Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Qualifications

Here's what you'll bring to the table:

  • A minimum of three years of experience in transport dispatch, logistics, or a related operational role.
  • Strong planning, problem-solving, and multitasking skills.
  • Excellent communication – you'll be confident talking with drivers, customers, and internal teams.
  • A focus on safety, compliance, and professionalism at all times.
  • Flexibility to work rostered/on-call hours to support 24/7 operations.
  • A positive, can-do attitude, with the ability to step into other operational areas when required.

This is a full-time permanent role based in Auckland. You will have the right to live and work in New Zealand at the time of applying. The successful candidate may be subject to undergo a Police Check and/or Pre-Employment Drug Test.

Additional Information

Our NPDL Contribution:

  • Competitive benefits package (salary plus bonus)
  • Opportunity for development and internal mobility
  • Wonderful Giving - allows you to donate company money to causes of your choice.
  • Wonderful Neighbour - spend a day in the community helping with various service projects.
  • Company focused on wellness and health

If you are a highly motivated and experienced Transport Dispatcher looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you

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