Dangerous Goods Operations Manager - Safety & Transformation

Blackbook Executive; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackbook Executive is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day terminal operations in Victoria. You will ensure safety, service, compliance and productivity outcomes across the site. The role focuses on embedding standards, boosting safety culture and guiding frontline teams through change.

Reporting to the Terminal Manager, you will drive planning, execution and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, regulated environment with multiple stakeholders. Melbourne-based, permanent role.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership within terminal operations, dangerous goods, fuel, chemicals, bulk liquids, shipping, logistics or industrial operations.
• Strong safety leadership in highly regulated environments.
• Experience leading frontline teams in 24/7 or shift-based operations.
• Strong planning, communication and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Comfortable managing fast-paced environments with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily terminal operations including shipping activities, tank management and loading/unloading operations.
• Drive frontline safety leadership and ensure compliance with all procedures.
• Coordinate shift teams through clear communication, planning and structure.
• Manage disruptions, incidents and escalations calmly and proactively.
• Monitor performance, productivity and cost control across the site.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, service and efficiency.
• Coach and develop teams through performance coaching and competency management.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, HSSEQ, HR and support functions for alignment.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

24/7 operations

Operational planning

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Job description

Blackbook Executive is seeking an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day terminal operations in Victoria. You will ensure safety, service, compliance and productivity outcomes across the site. The role focuses on embedding standards, boosting safety culture and guiding frontline teams through change.

Reporting to the Terminal Manager, you will drive planning, execution and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, regulated environment with multiple stakeholders. Melbourne-based, permanent role.