Hire Controller

If you’ve ever worked around transport, logistics, or hire, you already know the truth:nothing ever goes exactly to plan. Phones ring. Schedules change. Traffic happens. Customers want answers now.

The Opportunity

This is a key operational role within a fast-moving transport and hire business managing a large, active fleet (circa 1000 units) across Brisbane.

What You’ll Be Doing

At its core, this role is about communication, and follow-through.

• Manage inbound and outbound calls from customers, drivers, and internal teams
• Coordinate daily fleet movements and transport schedules
• Monitor delivery and pickup progress and proactively update customers
• Manage the inbox and ensure nothing slips through the cracks
• Troubleshoot issues in real time (traffic delays, access problems, scheduling clashes)
• Work closely with the transport function while supporting backend processes
• Take pressure off senior team members by owning your lane and stepping up when needed

What Will Set You Apart

Logistics or hire experience is helpful, but mindset matters more.

• Enjoys solving problems rather than escalating them
• Understands how Brisbane traffic and construction timelines really work
• Takes ownership and looks out for the wider business, not just their desk
• Has strong work ethic and a “let’s sort it” attitude

The Team & Environment

You’ll be joining:

• A team of great people working collaboratively
• A business transitioning to new systems and software (so adaptability
• A workplace that values initiative, reliability, and people who pull their weight
• A role that will grow and expand overtime, particularly for someone who shows leadership and consistency
• A role with variety

Hours & Location

• Based in South West Brisbane
• Monday to Friday, 7:00am–4:00pm
• Flexibility offered where possible, balanced with operational demands
• Salary between $75,000 and $85,000 + Super

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