Stevedore Coordinator

at Aurizon
Published June 20, 2025
Location Adelaide, Australia
Category Other  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

Aurizon is Australia's largest rail freight operator and an integral part of the Australian economy, moving over 250 million tonnes of commodities annually. With the recent acquisition of Flinders Logistics, we are strengthening our presence in South Australia, offering rail and port solutions that benefit customers across the region. As we expand our operations in Port Adelaide, we are excited to invite enthusiastic individuals to join our growing team!

About the role:

As Stevedore Coordinator, you’ll lead the coordination of port-based transport activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations.

Plan and supervise daily stevedoring and transport tasks
Manage capacity and scheduling in alignment with customer agreements
Collaborate with stakeholders on operational plans, approvals, and infrastructure works
Oversee safety, service standards, and compliance within the operational area
Support incident response and lead investigations as needed
Maintain accurate reporting and system records, including rosters and payroll
About You:

We’re looking for a hands-on leader with strong operational insight and experience in logistics or stevedoring environments.

Experience in logistics, stevedoring, or transport coordination
Proven leadership in high-volume, safety-critical settings
Sound knowledge of safety management systems and compliance frameworks
Strong planning, scheduling, and conflict resolution skills
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities
Proficient in using operational systems for planning, reporting, and data entry
Ability to obtain a Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)
Flexible and available to work on short notice, including irregular hours and weekends as required
What We Offer:

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities. Some of our benefits include:

Development and growth opportunities.
Access to mentoring and development programs.
Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
About Aurizon:

Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight operator with integrated landside supply chain solutions and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets.

At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.