Administration Manager

Lindsay Australia Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gift on service milestones

Referral reward 1500 AUD

Discount on merch

Novated Leasing pre-tax vehicle

Training & tickets financial support

Career development opportunities

Safety-first workplace culture

Job summary

Lindsay Transport is seeking an experienced Administration Manager to lead a high-volume depot in Erskine Park (Sydney). You will oversee a 12-person admin team, drive performance, and ensure safe, accurate revenue capture in a 24/7 operation with a 300-strong workforce.

Reporting to the 2IC Depot Manager, you’ll partner with site leaders to maximise efficiency, maintain accountability, and keep transport administration running smoothly in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar leadership role.
• Ability to build strong relationships and lead a cohesive team.
• Strong communication skills with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Self-motivated with strong leadership presence.
• A genuine commitment to safety in all aspects of work.
• Ability to manage challenging and high-pressure situations.
• A supportive, approachable style with the ability to engage a diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the administration team.
• Ensure adequate resourcing to meet operational demands.
• Oversee manifesting and pricing to ensure accuracy and correct revenue capture.
• Manage driver debrief processes.
• Monitor pallet control and ensure timely processing of all transactions.
• Train and support team members on systems and processes.
• Set clear performance expectations and manage outcomes.
• Lead from the front in a hands-on environment.
• Partner with the Depot Manager to maximise site efficiency.

Skills

Leadership experience

Relationship building

Communication skills

Prioritization under pressure

Leadership presence

Safety commitment

High-pressure management

People engagement

Job description

A key administration leadership role where you’ll drive performance, accountability, and consistency while keeping a high-volume operation running seamlessly.

Why You’ll Love this Role:

Erskine Park (Sydney) is one of the busiest depots in the Lindsay Transport network — and we’re looking for a highly experienced Administration Manager to step in and lead from the front.

With a 300-strong workforce and 24/7 operations, reporting to the 2IC Depot Manager, you’ll oversee transport administration and lead a team of 12, driving performance and keeping everything running smoothly in a fast-paced environment.

As part of Lindsay Transport, Australia’s largest fresh produce transporter, you’ll play a key role in moving critical, temperature-controlled freight where timing and accuracy matter most.

This is a full-time role with real pace, responsibility, and the chance to make your mark.

What You’ll Do:

• Supervise and coordinate the administration team

• Ensure adequate resourcing to meet operational demands

• Oversee manifesting and pricing to ensure accuracy and correct revenue capture

• Manage driver debrief processes

• Monitor pallet control and ensure timely processing of all transactions

• Train and support team members on systems and processes

• Set clear performance expectations and manage outcomes

• Lead from the front in a hands-on environment

• Partner with the Depot Manager to maximise site efficiency

What You Bring:

• Experience in a similar leadership role

• Ability to build strong relationships and lead a cohesive team

• Strong communication skills with a proactive, solutions-focused approach

• Proven ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities

• Self-motivated with strong leadership presence

• A genuine commitment to safety in all aspects of work

• Ability to manage challenging and high-pressure situations

• A supportive, approachable style with the ability to engage a diverse workforce

What We Offer:

• Receive a Gift to celebrate your service milestones

• Get a $1500 reward for referring others to Lindsay

• Score a 40% discount on Ringers Western merch and 15% off Bridgestone Tyres

• Lease your next Vehicle pre-tax through our Novated Leasing partner

• Access to financial support to complete training & tickets

• Ongoing career development and transfer opportunities in our growing Aus-wide business

• Supportive, safety-first and inclusive workplace culture

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Lindsay Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.