Transport Dispatcher
Closing Date: 05/01/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Manukau
Job Category: Transport
Be the mind behind the movement — shape smarter, faster transport every day.
Cardinal is a leading partner to many of New Zealand’s well-known companies in food, beverage, grocery and personal healthcare. We offer an end-to-end logistics solution to our customers, which offers the opportunity for our team members to develop, upskill and progress within the business.We are revolutionizing supply chains with New Zealand’s first fully automated 3PL warehouse with AI driven robotics.
About the Role:
As a Transport Dispatcher, you’ll be responsible for optimising daily delivery schedules, allocating loads, and coordinating drivers to ensure smooth transport operations across Auckland. This role is vital to keeping our network running efficiently and ensuring our customers receive the best possible service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and allocate local deliveries to achieve 100% on-time performance (TOT)
- Maximise truck utilisation and ensure efficient load planning
- Liaise with Cardinal sites and contractors to coordinate daily deliveries and collections
- Prepare and manage delivery paperwork and manifests
- Record and allocate all customer pickup requests throughout the day
- Communicate delays or undelivered freight to Customer Services
- Maintain accurate data entry in the Transport Management System (TMS)
- Conduct end-of-day checks to ensure all freight is dispatched
- Support a strong safety culture and comply with Cardinal’s Health & Safety policies
- Working Hours: Monday - Friday- 5pm - 3am
What You’ll Bring:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in the transport or logistics industry
- Sound knowledge of the Road Code and Land Transport Act 1998
- Strong understanding of Auckland’s metro area
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- High level of attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer-based systems
- Forklift licence and/or truck driver’s licence (preferred but not essential)
- Be part of a respected logistics leader with a strong reputation in the industry
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Competitive remuneration and benefits package
If the above sounds like you, do not hesitate and apply now with your up to date CV! We look forward to discussing this opportunity with you. Applicants for this position must have New Zealand citizenship, residency or a valid work visa. The successful applicant must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, criminal history check and provide two contactable references.
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