Logistics & Transport Coordinator - Steel Fabrication

Logistics & Transport Coordinator - Steel Fabrication

Yangebup, Full Time, Logistics
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• Take ownership of transport, deliveries and external processing
• Coordinate projects from workshop completion through to site delivery
• Join an established structural steel and architectural metal fabrication business

About Us

Vision Design Metal Fabrication (VDMF) is an established Perth-based business specialising in structural steel fabrication, architectural metalwork and site installations.

We work on a diverse range of commercial, industrial and architectural projects, delivering quality fabricated steelwork to clients throughout Western Australia.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced, organised and proactive Logistics & Transport Coordinator to oversee the movement of materials and fabricated steelwork between our workshop, external treatment suppliers and project sites.

This is a varied, hands-on role combining logistics coordination, transport scheduling and workshop/yard support.

You will be responsible for ensuring materials are correctly identified, dispatched, tracked and delivered on time, while maintaining clear communication with workshop personnel, suppliers, transport companies and site teams.

The successful candidate will be comfortable taking ownership of daily logistics requirements, managing changing priorities and assisting with practical workshop and yard activities when required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate transport, collections and deliveries between our workshop, suppliers, treatment facilities and project sites.
• Organise galvanising, painting, powder coating and other external processing requirements.
• Liaise with workshop supervisors to identify completed items and arrange their next stage of processing or delivery.
• Prepare and check delivery dockets, item marks, quantities and delivery destinations.
• Track materials through external treatment processes, follow up on completion dates, proactively follow up on completion dates and outstanding items, and arrange collections or deliveries.
• Maintain accurate records of materials dispatched, received and outstanding, following up on any discrepancies or delayed deliveries.
• Follow up with site supervisors and subcontractors regarding missing materials or outstanding deliveries.
• Communicate with suppliers and transport providers to resolve delays and discrepancies.
• Assist with forklift operations, loading and unloading of materials as required.
• Assist with general workshop and yard organisation during quieter periods.
• Take ownership of tracking and following up on outstanding materials, collections and deliveries, ensuring delays are identified early and items reach their intended destination on time.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in logistics, transport coordination, expediting or a similar role.
• Experience within steel fabrication, engineering, manufacturing or construction highly regarded.
• Current High Risk Work Licence - Forklift (LF) essential.
• Overhead crane operation experience advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks and take initiative.
• Good communication skills when dealing with suppliers, transport companies, workshop staff and site personnel.
• Competent computer skills, including maintaining schedules and delivery records.
• Ability to interpret fabrication drawings, item marks and material lists advantageous.
• Current driver's licence.
• Willingness and availability to work Friday afternoons as part of the normal working week.

What We Offer:

• A varied position combining logistics coordination and practical workshop involvement.
• The opportunity to take ownership of an important role within an established fabrication business.
• A supportive team environment.
• Competitive remuneration based on experience.

How to Apply

If you're organised, proactive and enjoy coordinating projects from start to finish, we'd like to hear from you.
Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience.

For more information, visit www.vdmf.com.au.

VDMF is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates.