State Logistics Controller

A global leader in container shipping is expanding its Oceania team in Australia and is looking for a State Logistics Controller in Melbourne. This is a permanent, full-time role with a hybrid work arrangement, based at South Wharf and reporting to the Logistics Assistant Manager. The company moves more than 22 million containers each year from more than 400 seaports, backed by a diverse portfolio of brands within CMA CGM Group.

ANL Container Line is a long-standing CMA CGM brand with a focus on Oceania routes, offering service coverage across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, the West Coast of North America, Papua New Guinea, the Indian Subcontinent and the Pacific Islands. Headquartered in Melbourne, ANL is part of CMA CGM’s broader transformation to lead sustainable change in maritime services. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and contribute to this journey, they’d love to hear from you.

Container flow in Melbourne's logistics hub

The State Logistics Controller keeps a careful eye on container availability, depot stock levels and equipment demand to ensure supply lines match forecasted needs. The role also coordinates the release of equipment, empty repositioning and transport movements so bookings and vessel schedules stay on track, while maintaining accurate records and timely system updates. Effective performance hinges on balancing maintenance activities, equipment status and depot operations to minimise dwell times and maximise uptime, with a strong focus on compliance and clear, prompt communication with both internal teams and external service providers.

What you’ll bring to the team

Must-have requirements

• Experience in logistics, supply chain, container control or a related operational environment
• Strong analytical capability, solid organisational skills and a knack for solving problems with careful attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with internal colleagues and external partners
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities, meet deadlines and respond proactively to operational needs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a busy setting

Nice-to-haves

The posting does not specify any additional nice-to-have qualifications beyond the core requirements.

Benefits and working details

The position is permanent and full-time, located in South Wharf, Melbourne, with a hybrid working arrangement. CMA CGM highlights a range of benefits designed to support balance and development, including flexible working options, extra leave days, paid parental leave, annual health checks, gym access, discounted parking, novated car leasing, social club events, and employee wellbeing resources (including Telus Health). There are study leave and reimbursement options, plus access to thousands of learning resources and opportunities for career development across Asia Pacific and beyond. The company also emphasizes its commitment to sustainability, DEI and community initiatives as part of its culture.

Eligibility is local-focused. Applicants should be Australian citizens or permanent residents. New Zealand citizens planning to relocate permanently to Victoria are welcome to apply. The team is actively building locally in Australia and overseas candidates expecting remote work will not be considered. CMA CGM invites local talent to join their diverse Oceania team.

Advice for applicants

Put your logistics and container-control experience at the top of your resume, and describe a concrete example where you monitored container availability, depot stocks or equipment demand to support operations.

Show how you’ve coordinated equipment releases, empty repositioning and transport movements to meet bookings and vessel requirements, highlighting any improvements you drove in container availability or dwell times.

Demonstrate your ability to work with multiple stakeholders by sharing a scenario where you liaised with internal teams and external service providers to resolve equipment issues and maintain smooth operations.

During interviews, be ready to discuss how you handle competing priorities and tight deadlines, and come prepared with a thoughtful question about how success is measured for the State Logistics Controller or how the role collaborates with the Logistics Assistant Manager.