Want a career in transport leadership? Start here.

We're hiring a Trainee Transport Supervisor to support our linen delivery operations—servicing hospitals, aged care, hotels, and more. No two days are the same.

You’ll learn how to:

• 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

You bring:

Energy, communication skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

We offer:

A clear pathway to Supervisor, Fleet Coordinator, Planner, or Operations leadership roles.

Ready to step up? Apply now.

Trainee Transport Supervisor – Industrial & Linen Services

Full-time | Career Development | Essential Services Industry

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.

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

• Experience in transport, logistics, or linen operations
• Understanding of delivery runs or route planning
• MR licence or above
• Exposure to load restraint and safety practices

Career Pathway

With strong performance, trainees can progress to:

• Transport Supervisor
• Fleet Coordinator
• Transport Planner
• Operations Supervisor

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.