In 2008, Qantas Freight Enterprises bought Jets Transport. Today we operate as a wholly owned but independently managed business. With unbeatable reliability, security and attention to detail, it’s no surprise we’re Australia’s road feeder of choice.
At Jets Transport we see expectations as a challenge and push forward knowing we’ve got back-up. High expectations are welcomed, and we’re always aiming for excellence.
Job Description- Enjoy the challenge of working in a fast-paced, operational environment
- Permanent full-time opportunity, based at the Melbourne Freight Terminal
- 7 day rotational shift roster
Qantas Road Express (JETS Transport Express) is the premium road transport provider to the aviation industry. When international air cargo touches down in Australia, we’re there to get it the rest of the way to its destination. Our interstate trucking services cover the domestic legs of international airfreight operations (and vice versa), driving between all the major cities from our hubs in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide.
Today we operate as a wholly Qantas-owned subsidiary. With unbeatable reliability, security and attention to detail, it’s no surprise we’re Australia’s road feeder of choice.
The Operations Supervisor is crucial for the day-to-day management of staff and operations to ensure freight flows through our network without incident. You'll be responsible for coordinating staff and resources, planning the loading/unloading of linehaul trucks, liaising with customers, booking requests and responding to ad-hoc queries.
You’ll have:
- Operational experience in a similar industry (e.g. Aviation, transport, rail, mining)
- A valid Forklift Licence
- HC/MC Licence highly advantageous (but not essential)
- Shift supervisory experience
- A good & safe driving record with a minimum 2 years’ experience with driving
- Demonstrated commitment to managing a safe workplace
- Ability to work under pressure and remain calm
- Ability to meet the requirements for an ASIC security clearance, pre-employment medical assessment, and drug and alcohol test
Why Qantas?
If you’re successful in your application, you’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.
There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.
The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.
- We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging for everything from motor vehicles to electronic devices.
- We love to travel: Enjoy discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
- We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 14 weeks paid parental leave and additional purchased leave options.
- We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether its learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.
In this busy environment, you’ll be constantly learning as you go. We’re surrounded by brilliant people, each of us teaching and contributing in different ways.
Qantas embraces diversity and encourages applications from people with disability. Candidates will have the opportunity to request support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process in order to demonstrate their ability to meet the inherent requirements of our roles.
If you’re ready to step into a culture that will challenge and excite you, submit an application and let’s explore how we go places together.
Applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restrictions or sponsorship.
Applications close: 11:59pm, Friday 14th August 2026
