Dock Direct export lodgements for drivers

A quick reference guide for transport drivers.

Download the Dock Direct app and log in

  1. Download and register 
    • Download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Store. Enter your mobile phone number to receive your security code via SMS.
       
  2. Get authenticated
    • Once successfully verified, you’ll see a confirmation message.
       
  3. Confirm driver profile
    • Enter your details and acknowledge the site conditions for entry into the Qantas Freight terminals and docks by ticking the box.
    • You must be registered as a Driver by your Freight Forwarder or Transport Company in the Qantas Freight online portal.

Inside the app

  1. Home screen features 
    • The home screen features 4 tiles – Lodgements, Collections, Notifications and Support.
      • Lodgements: Shows list of export lodgements assigned to driver
      • Collections: Shows list of import collections assigned to driver
      • Notifications: All the notifications sent to the driver will be listed
      • Support: Select for assistance. Directs to Contact Us page
         
  2. Viewing notifications 
    • To view a history of notifications sent, navigate to the home screen and select the ‘Notifications’ tab

Managing assigned lodgements

  1. Lodgement assigned
    • When a lodgement has been assigned by the freight forwarder, a notification will be sent to your mobile. Open your app to view ‘Pending’ the tab.
       
  2. Select Lodgement ID - loose shipment
    • Use the – or + to confirm the number of pieces and add the number of lifts, then click ‘Lodgement Loaded’.
       
  3. Select Lodgement ID - ULD shipment
    • Confirm unit numbers and the number of lifts. Use the – or + to confirm the number of pieces, then click ‘Lodgement Loaded’.
       
  4. Update unit number
    • Click ‘Edit’ to update. If unit numbers are incorrect upon unloading, freight will not be accepted and the driver will be directed to the front counter.
       
  5. Grouping Dock Direct eligible lodgements with non-eligible lodgements
    • Shipments eligible for Dock Direct lodgement can be identified by a green ‘D2D’ flag.
    • If a non-D2D lodgement is grouped with a D2D flagged lodgement, proceed to the front counter for service. Separate trips must be created for units and loose freight.
       
  6. Adding an Import Collection to your trip
    • If import collections are available, you can create a Collection. Click ‘Yes’ to view available AWBs list, or ‘No’ to continue your export lodgement.
    • Export Lodgement must be completed prior to finalising your Import Collections trip.

Arrival at Qantas Freight Terminal

  1. Starting a trip
    • Once all Lodgement IDs are loaded and AWB pieces and weight validated, click ‘Start Trip’. Click ‘Arrive’ once you’ve arrived at the terminal.
       
  2. Arriving at the Dock
    • A notification of dock assignment will be sent to your app. Show the QR Code to the warehouse operator to commence unloading.
    • A notification will be sent to you once all lodgements have been unloaded.
       
  3. Cancelling a trip
    • Click ‘Cancel’ prior to arrival at the freight terminal. This will remove the Lodgement from the ‘Loaded’ tab and the job will then be unassigned to you.