FLEET CONTROLLER

Location: Whelans Operations Centre, Bairnsdale

Employment Type: Full Time

Commencement: As soon as possible

Remuneration Range: $70,000 to $90,000 per annum, plus superannuation

Why Join the Whelans Group Team

At Whelans, we’re more than a family-owned company—we’re a thriving team passionate about delivering exceptional results across earthmoving, heavy haulage, road maintenance, quarries, civil construction, welding, fabricating, engineering, and traffic control. With years of expertise and cutting-edge tools, we live by our motto: “Making it Happen.”

About the Role

We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Fleet Controller to oversee the coordination and performance of our fleet operations. Based in Bairnsdale, Victoria and reporting to the Fleet Operations and Asset Manager, this office-based role is pivotal in ensuring our vehicles, drivers, and logistics systems run smoothly and efficiently.

If you thrive on planning, problem-solving on the fly, and monitoring DIFOT, this could be the role for you!

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

Experience in transport coordination or fleet management: You know how to juggle schedules, routes, and resources to keep fast paced operations running smoothly.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills: You’ll be liaising with external customers, drivers, site managers, and internal teams — clarity and confidence are key.

Problem-solving mindset: You can adapt quickly when plans change, problem solve on the fly, have backup plans already set and find practical solutions without missing a beat. You are able to change freight plans at a moment's notice, with a strong emphasis on reducing demurrage and ghost tonnage.

Attention to detail and time management: You’re across the little things that make a big difference — from compliance checks to delivery windows.

Tech-savvy approach Familiarity with transport management systems, strongly proficient in the use of Microsoft excel and basic Microsoft Office tools will.

A commitment to safety and efficiency You understand the importance of compliance, fatigue management, and keeping our fleet moving safely.

The successful candidate will benefit from:

A competitive salary

Supportive team culture

Opportunities for growth and development

A role with real impact on operational success

Whelans is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. You must however, be currently legally able to work in Australia.

Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking organisation reshaping its logistics future! All applications must include a resume, and cover letter. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Applications close 4:30pm Thursday 16 October 2025.

Please note: While we make every effort to update all applicants, due to the volume of applications received, only those selected for shortlisting may be contacted.

For further questions, please contact Alisha Caldwell, Recruitment and Human Resources Officer, at [email protected].