Introduction

Brunel are partnering with a leading energy business to recruit a Logistics Project Advisor for a 7-month maternity leave cover based in Chinchilla, QLD. This is a high-impact and hands-on logistics position supporting freight optimisation, heavy vehicle planning, and operational transport across QLD assets.

Please note: This is a residential role. Only applicants who are based in Chinchilla or willing to relocate for the contract duration will be considered. Accommodation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

About this role

As Logistics Project Advisor, you'll play a key role in supporting safe, cost-effective end-to-end transport operations across the organisation's QLD footprint. You'll work closely with field teams, contractors, and internal stakeholders to optimise heavy vehicle utilisation, streamline freight coordination, and contribute to key performance and cost metrics.

Duties include:

Aggregate road freight demand across Projects, Wells, and Operations
Optimise use of 30+ heavy vehicles, 60+ trailers, and 50+ operators across 100,000+ transport tasks annually
Support review and analysis of transport spend and operating budgets
Identify opportunities for process improvements and drive CI initiatives
Provide transport-related advisory support during contract pre-award stages
Ensure compliance with HSSE requirements and relevant transport regulations
Collaborate with supply chain, contractors, and end users to enhance logistics performance
Track and report against key logistics KPIs

Is this you?

Strong background in freight forwarding, road transport, and customs
Proven experience in logistics coordination and scheduling optimisation
Commercial and analytical mindset with a focus on utilisation and efficiency
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Committed to HSSE leadership and continuous improvement
Comfortable working with logistics systems (SAP Blueprint, mInventory, or similar)

What we offer

Attractive negotiable day rate!
Salary Sacrificing
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Corporate discounts

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Mandy Hobbs,Email: m.hobbs@brunel.net or Tel: 08 9429 5676

Do you have questions?

Mandy Hobbs

contact via tel.08 9429 5676

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