James Fisher and Sons plc
Logistics Coordinator
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Full-time, Permanent
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The Role
We are seeking a proactive Logistics Coordinator to manage the safe, compliant and efficient movement of materials, equipment and Defence assets across JFD Australia. Working closely with Product Lines, Stores, Procurement, freight providers and customers, you will coordinate domestic and international logistics activities, ensuring operational and programme requirements are met.
Operating within a Defence environment, you will maintain compliance with security, customs, export control and transport regulations while driving continuous improvement in logistics performance, service delivery and operational efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and collaborative professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys delivering results.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Coordinate and oversee domestic and international logistics activities, ensuring the safe, compliant and timely movement of materials, equipment and customer assets in support of operational and project requirements.
- Act as the primary point of contact for logistics operations, liaising with freight forwarders, transport providers, suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders to deliver effective logistics outcomes.
- Plan, coordinate and monitor inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring freight movements align with project schedules, customer requirements and business priorities.
- Ensure compliance with transport, customs, export control, Dangerous Goods, Defence security and company requirements, maintaining accurate logistics documentation, shipment records and audit-ready compliance reporting.
- Monitor logistics performance, freight costs and service provider effectiveness, identifying risks and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, service delivery and cost performance.
- Provide logistics expertise and support to project teams and stakeholders, collaborating with Stores, Procurement and Product Lines to optimise material flow, support operational readiness and achieve business objectives.
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What we’re looking for:
- Experience in logistics, freight coordination, supply chain or operational support roles, ideally within Defence, engineering, manufacturing or other highly regulated environments.
- Sound understanding of domestic and international freight operations, including shipment planning, transport coordination, customs processes and logistics documentation requirements.
- Experience using ERP, inventory management or similar business systems, with the ability to maintain accurate records, reporting and data integrity.
- Knowledge of import/export controls, Dangerous Goods regulations and compliance requirements within a regulated operating environment.
- Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate activities across diverse stakeholder groups.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to effectively engage with suppliers, freight providers, customers and internal teams to deliver successful business outcomes.
Why join us?
- Join a team of people who are passionate about their job.
- Opportunity to expand the role and obtain new skills and experience.
- Contribute to a growing and successful business with an exciting order book.
- Wellbeing programs – employee assistance program to support you and your immediate family with counselling and support as needed.
- Flexible working arrangements, including a condensed working week to support a half day every Friday.
- Generous paid community service leave to support your local community or serve as a defence reservist.
- Weekly fruit baskets to keep hunger at bay on busy days.
- Free on-site parking.
- Novated car leasing options available.
- Paid Parental Leave Scheme.
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About Us
James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.
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James Fisher Defence (JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, delivering cutting-edge diving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial and defence markets. Operating worldwide, JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training. We’re also at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry. Explore more about JFD: JFD
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Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.
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