Logistics & Transport Specialist

The Logistics & Transport Specialist is a role that offers the best of both worlds. A stable position in warehouse operations with adventure of long-haul transport runs across Australia.
Based in Alice Springs, you will primarily support warehouse and logistics functions, helping to receive, store, manage and distribute materials that support operations. Working as part of a team, you’ll be involved in inventory management, freight movements, loading and unloading of vehicles ensuring materials are handled safely.
When long haul transport is required, you’ll swap the warehouse for the open road, travelling with another driver to complete round trips in a brand-new heavy combination truck cross Australia.
If you’re looking for a role that combines hands on logistics and warehouse action with the opportunity to experience Australia’s open roads, this career is anything but ordinary.
Applicants must be a US or Australian Citizen
What’s in it for you?
Competitive Salary with additional allowances and per diem payments while travelling
Flexible Hours a great work/life balance mix
Relocation Assistance available for eligible candidates relocating to Alice Springs
Experience the Outback travelling across Australia by road as part of this role
Based in Alice Springs right in the heart of Australia
Drive a Brand-New Prime Mover
Training Provides including white card and forklift licence for the right candidate
Essential Responsibilities:
The Logistics & Transport Specialist is expected to carry out the following duties in accordance with established procedures, safety standards, and operational requirements:
Warehouse & Logistics:
Receive, store, pick, pack and dispatch freight to keep materials moving where they're needed
Load and unload trucks safely using forklifts and other warehouse equipment
Organise and maintain warehouse stock, making sure inventory is accurate and easy to locate
Carry out stock takes, cycle counts and general inventory activities
Prepare freight for transport, ensuring loads are correctly packaged, labelled and secured
Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely (we'll help you obtain your forklift licence if you don't already have one)
Complete warehouse paperwork and maintain accurate records
Keep the warehouse clean, organised and ready for the day's work
Work safely, follow procedures and look out for your teammates
Long-Haul Driving
Complete scheduled long-haul transport runs when required as part of a two-driver team
Drive a manual heavy combination truck safely and professionally
Carry out daily vehicle inspections and report any maintenance or safety issues
Secure loads correctly and ensure freight is transported safely
Complete driver logbooks, trip paperwork and transport records
Follow fatigue management, road transport and company safety requirements while on the road
Any other reasonable duties as required
Skills and Certifications:
Minimum Essential
Maintain a heavy combination (HC) truck license (Australian) or;
Maintain a Class A CDL with a minimum of 2 years' proven experience (US)
Ability to drive a manual transmission prime mover
Basic computer skills (MS Office, emails and record keeping)
Desirable
Vocational training or qualifications in Logistics or Supply Chain Management
Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS) or equivalent tools
Forklift License
First Aid and CPR certifications
White Card certification (construction site safety)
Experience: Minimum Essential
Minimum of 6 months' experience in logistics, warehousing, or supply chain industry or relevant experience.
Minimum of 2 years' experience operating vehicles with Class A CDL license (Only applicable for US candidates)
Environment
Primarily based in temperature-controlled warehouses
Regular use of forklifts and other warehousing equipment
Long haul transport runs may require extended periods of driving and overnight travel
Work is performed in a remote location in both indoor and outdoor environments that may involve exposure to extreme heat and weather conditions
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to independently lift and handle items weighing up to 25 kilograms as part of regular duties.
Physical stamina and endurance to perform tasks that involve prolonged standing, walking, bending, or repetitive motions.
Capability to operate material handling equipment and safely maneuver heavy loads as needed.
Tolerance to work in outdoor and remote environments under varying weather conditions
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT
It is a condition of employment that employees obtain and retain a Top Secret (TSPV) Department of Defence (Australian) or TS/SSCI with poly (U.S) clearance
STATEMENT OF WORK REQUIREMENTS
All personnel assigned must be
At least 18 years of age.
Able to fluently read, write and speak English
Australian or US citizen
Applicants will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which include referee checks, criminal History checks, a pre-employment medical assessment and drug test.
EHS REQUIREMENT
All Amentum personnel are responsible for understanding and complying with all site environmental, health and safety requirements. While Amentum is responsible for providing a safe workplace and is responsible for ensuring compliance with requirements of the Handbook, each person is responsible for:
Completing work tasks in a safe manner
Reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to their supervisor and/or PMO/EHS Manager
Continuous adherence to the environmental, health and safety procedures outlined in the Handbook during the performance of their work
Red-Carding a Job - Employee right and responsibility to “STOP WORK” if a job is unsafe or possess a danger to the environment
QUALITY REQUIREMENT
Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Program and carry out job activities in compliance with the Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
PROCEDURE COMPLIANCE
Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to their job.