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Freight & Logistics Recruitment in Perth

Perth Freight Companies Face Real Hiring Challenges

Perth is the engine of Australia’s west. It’s a logistics hub driven by mining, energy, and long-haul freight. From Fremantle Port to Perth Airport, the region handles critical, time-sensitive cargo that powers national exports. But its isolation, talent shortages, and fierce competition with the resources sector make hiring forwarders and logistics specialists a constant challenge.

Freight Appointments partners with freight forwarders, 3PLs, and transport operators across Perth to fill roles in freight forwarding, customs, warehousing, and long-haul logistics. Whether you’re hiring staff or looking for your next opportunity, we connect you with people who understand Western Australia’s freight network.

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Connecting Freight Forwarders Across Perth

“We connect the people who keep global logistics running.”

600+
freight forwarding and logistics roles filled nationally in the last five years
75%
of operations and warehouse placements made within 30 days
12+
years supporting freight staffing across international and domestic logistics networks

Operations coordinators, import/export specialists, branch managers, and team leads who keep freight compliant and moving through Port Adelaide, Adelaide Airport, and national road and rail corridors.

Licensed customs brokers, compliance officers, and entry writers experienced with Australian Border Force (ABF) procedures and biosecurity requirements.

Supervisors, shift managers, distribution leaders, and inventory planners for logistics hubs around Regency Park, Outer Harbor, and industrial zones along the North–South Corridor.

Transport planners, fleet managers, and schedulers who understand Australia’s critical freight routes and the demands of interstate and regional distribution.

Sales executives and account managers with strong relationships across South Australia’s key export sectors.

Leadership recruitment for branch directors, senior operations heads, and general managers — connecting freight businesses with leaders who can drive strategy and stability.

Do You Have The Right People To Keep Freight Moving In Perth?

Staffing the right people in the right roles is critical in Western Australia’s freight market. A key gateway for international trade, resources, and long-distance domestic freight movements. We partner with employers to source, screen, and secure skilled talent across operations, compliance, sales, and leadership—ensuring every hire supports efficiency and long-term growth.

Leading Freight Forwarding Employers in Western Australia

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Toll Group

Leading Australian logistics provider with extensive road, air, and sea freight operations across South Australia.

CEVA Logistics

End-to-end logistics provider with warehousing, transport, and freight forwarding facilities around Adelaide and Port Adelaide.

Röhlig Logistics

Global freight forwarder offering air, sea, and project logistics solutions tailored to Adelaide’s manufacturing and export sectors.

Team Global Express

One of Australia’s largest logistics networks, operating major transport and distribution hubs throughout South Australia.

Mainfreight

Australasian logistics specialist with key warehousing, transport, and forwarding sites supporting Adelaide’s national freight links.

Hillebrand Gori

Beverage logistics expert managing international wine and beverage freight through South Australia’s premium wine regions.

SEAWAY

 Australian-owned logistics company specialising in ocean freight, customs brokerage, and warehousing near Port Adelaide.

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Kuehne + Nagel

Global forwarding leader with strong sea, air, and contract logistics operations serving South Australia’s export industries.

DSV

International transport and logistics provider delivering integrated air, sea, and road freight services across Adelaide’s key industrial zones.

DHL Global Forwarding

Major player in international air and ocean freight with operations through Adelaide Airport and Port Adelaide.

How We Stay Connected to the Industry

A Smarter Way To Hire Freight Talent In Western Australia

Western Australia’s freight market operates under unique pressures, from port operations and resource-driven supply chains to long-distance domestic freight movements. We don’t rely on job boards or generic searches. We actively source experienced freight forwarders who understand the realities of operating in Perth and across WA, ensuring every hire is commercially and operationally sound.

Focused searches

We run targeted recruitment searches based on role complexity, seniority, and market availability. This includes confidential executive search assignments for senior freight and logistics leaders, where discretion, market knowledge, and direct approach are critical.

Thorough screening

Every candidate is assessed beyond their CV. We evaluate operational credibility, leadership capability, compliance knowledge, and cultural fit—particularly for senior and executive freight roles where poor hiring decisions carry significant risk.

Market insight

Our consultants track hiring trends, salary benchmarks, and candidate movement across Western Australia’s freight and logistics market. This insight informs both day-to-day recruitment and freight executive search, allowing clients to plan with clarity and realism.

Post-placement follow-up

We remain engaged after placement, particularly on management and executive hires. Ongoing follow-up helps support retention, performance, and long-term alignment within freight and logistics leadership teams.

FAQs – Freight Jobs and Hiring in Perth

Companies such as Toll Group, Kuehne + Nagel, DHL Global Forwarding, DSV, and CEVA Logistics regularly hire for freight forwarding and logistics jobs in Perth.

Logistics Coordinator, Transport Allocators, Warehouse Handlers, and Project & Materials Coordinators are in high demand due to Perth’s role as the central hub for the state's Mining, Oil & Gas, and resources sectors.

In Perth, salaries in the freight and logistics sector are often higher than the national average. It's important to note that rates vary based on role, experience, and sector. We provide accurate benchmarking data to help both employers and candidates make informed, transparent decisions.

Yes. We specialise in warehousing and operations recruitment across Perth, connecting employers with experienced supervisors, planners, and managers who keep freight moving efficiently through Fremantle Port and beyond.

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