Altona Depot Ops Leader - Safety & Efficiency

TSS Sensitive Freight Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Autonomy in leadership

Supportive management team

National growth opportunity

Career development

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

TSS Sensitive Freight Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Altona depot in Melbourne. The role oversees transport, warehouse, and customer service functions, driving efficiency and strong safety practices.

The ideal candidate brings a hands-on leadership style, a proven ability to develop high-performing teams, and solid knowledge of transport operations and WHS compliance. This is a senior, hands-on management position with autonomy and accountability.

Qualifications

• Experience in Transport, Logistics, Warehousing, or Supply Chain management.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong knowledge of transport operations and warehouse management.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing operational KPIs and service performance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all depot operations, including transport, warehousing, and customer service activities.
• Ensure operational efficiency and achievement of service delivery KPIs.
• Manage labour resources, fleet utilisation, and workforce planning.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with WHS requirements.
• Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Manage employee performance, coaching, development, and disciplinary processes where required.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.

Skills

People management

Transport operations

Warehouse management

KPI management

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem solving

MS Office

Leadership

CoR knowledge

Education

Certificate IV or Diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain, or Business Management

Job description

TSS Sensitive Freight Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Altona depot in Melbourne. The role oversees transport, warehouse, and customer service functions, driving efficiency and strong safety practices.

The ideal candidate brings a hands-on leadership style, a proven ability to develop high-performing teams, and solid knowledge of transport operations and WHS compliance. This is a senior, hands-on management position with autonomy and accountability.