Trainee Transport Supervisor
Job No:
LSA366
Location:
Dudley Park
Trainee Transport Supervisor
We’re seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Trainee Transport Supervisor to join our Linen Transport Operations team. This structured traineeship is designed to prepare you for leadership roles by providing hands‑on experience in route planning, driver coordination, customer service, and safety compliance. No two days are the same.
- Plan and coordinate delivery runs
- Keep drivers moving and routes on track
- Maintain safety, CoR, and vehicle standards
- Communicate with customers and solve issues fast
- Master our transport systems and fleet tracking
About Linen Services Australia
Dudley Park Laundry is part of LINEN SERVICES AUSTRALIA, Australia’s largest provider of managed laundry and textile solutions. We proudly provide customized laundry and textile solutions including linen and workwear supply, laundry solutions and management to the retail, corporate, industrial, education, health, and resources sectors.
We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees can grow and develop their skills. Join our dedicated team and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional service to our valued customers.
About the Role
You’ll support the safe and efficient transport of linen across hospitals, aged care homes, hotels, and industrial customers.
Working closely with senior supervisors, you’ll learn how to manage scheduling, operational constraints, and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and allocating transport runs for deliveries and returns
- Monitor driver progress and respond to delays or breakdowns
- Ensure correct loading/unloading to avoid cross‑contamination
- Support CoR compliance, fatigue management, and vehicle safety checks
- Help with incident investigations and hazard reporting
- Conduct daily driver briefings and support performance monitoring
- Communicate with customers on delivery windows, service changes, or issues
- Maintain transport system data, including route times and fleet tracking
- Participate in structured training and supervisor shadowing
Skills & Attributes
- Strong communication and people skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Time‑management and problem‑solving ability
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Basic computer competency (email, Excel, scheduling systems)
- High attention to detail with strong safety awareness
- Flexibility in working hours when required
Preferred qualifications include prior experience in transport, logistics, or linen operations, an understanding of delivery runs and route planning, and possession of an MR license or above. Familiarity with load restraint and safety practices would be advantageous.
Salary & Benefits
The position offers a competitive salary of $31.23 per hour plus superannuation. In addition, successful trainees will have the opportunity for career advancement into roles such as Transport Supervisor, Fleet Coordinator, Transport Planner, or Operations Supervisor.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference in the essential services industry, we invite you to apply now and become a part of our team at Linen Services Australia.
Please note: As a pre-requisite for these roles candidates will be required to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical including drug and alcohol testing and immunisations.
Ensign is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians to apply.
