Transport Lead

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Leongatha, Victoria
Entry level
Food
The Role
The Transport Lead will manage scheduling of the SDA fleet from farm to production, oversee data accuracy, and ensure operational compliance with logistics and safety regulations. They will work with the IBL team to optimize fleet use and maintain stakeholder communication regarding logistics strategies.
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At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

We are seeking a dedicated and efficient Transport Lead to join our team. This role is pivotal in scheduling our SDA fleet from farm gate to production pick-up, managing interbranch movements, and ensuring data accuracy. You will work closely with the broader IBL team to optimize fleet utilization and drive operational excellence.

This is a full-time opportunity with a rotating schedule of 4 days on (2 days and 2 nights) and 4 days off per week.

  • Coordinate daily run sheets and driver materials.
  • Reconcile data flows and ensure timely data entry.
  • Oversee operational administration, including driver briefings and fleet maintenance.
  • Ensure compliance with heavy vehicle logistics laws and safety regulations.
  • Promote a safety culture and maintain full regulatory compliance.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders to support milk procurement and logistics strategies.

Skills and Experience:

  • Background in Logistics/Supply Chain Management or related field is desirable.
  • Experience in logistics scheduling or driving with an understanding of milk collection processes highly regarded.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Knowledge of industry regulations around CoR, Fatigue, Mass management, and HACCP.
  • Effective problem-solving skills to address operational challenges and drive continuous improvement.

 We’ll support you with

  • The opportunity to make contributions that matter, whilst being supported by multinational, values led company.
  • A competitive annual salary
  • Learning and development opportunities with the ability to grow in your own way.
  • Ability to participate in our Employee Share Ownership Program

Click Apply to submit your application. For a confidential discussion, please contact Manisha on 0498 147 768.

Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. Applications close 24th of February, however, we may progress sooner. All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying. We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant.

As a leading dairy processor in Australia, Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a variety of products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale, Liddells, CHEER, Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life, while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

The Company
Allansford, Victoria
10,001 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1954

What We Do

Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a wide array of dairy products of the utmost quality, including cheese, fluid milk, extended shelf-life milk and cream products, cultured products, and dairy ingredients. Saputo is one of the top ten dairy processors in the world, a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada, the top dairy processor in Australia, and the second largest in Argentina. In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products. In the United Kingdom, Saputo is the largest manufacturer of branded cheese and a top manufacturer of dairy spreads. Saputo products are sold in several countries under market-leading brands, as well as private label brands.

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