Defence Transport Supervisor — Safety, Scheduling & Fleet

Ventia; Puckapunyal; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventia is seeking an experienced Transport Supervisor to join the Domestic Transport team supporting the Defence base. You will coordinate schedules, supervise drivers, maintain safety and regulatory compliance, and liaise with site teams and stakeholders to deliver reliable transport services.

The role emphasizes leadership, staff development, and embedding a proactive safety and service culture across multi-site operations, with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport operations and scheduling.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of NHVR and Bus Safety Accreditation is advantageous.
• Ability to lead teams across multiple sites.
• Australian Citizenship or eligibility for Defence clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with SHEQ, NHVR, Defence, and statutory requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture and address hazards, incidents, and non-conformances.
• Maintain mandatory training and compliance standards.
• Coordinate driver rosters, vehicle allocation and daily transport activities.
• Monitor fleet performance, vehicle compliance, maintenance and operational records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and digital systems.
• Manage subcontractor performance and service delivery.
• Build strong relationships with Defence representatives, passengers and key stakeholders.
• Respond to enquiries and feedback to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Lead, coach and support drivers and site personnel.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing team culture.
• Conduct performance and development discussions to support team growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Safety culture

Problem solving

Training

Team supervision

Scheduling

NHVR knowledge

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Transport, Logistics, or related field

Tools

Transport management systems

Reporting systems

Job description

Ventia is seeking an experienced Transport Supervisor to join the Domestic Transport team supporting the Defence base. You will coordinate schedules, supervise drivers, maintain safety and regulatory compliance, and liaise with site teams and stakeholders to deliver reliable transport services.

The role emphasizes leadership, staff development, and embedding a proactive safety and service culture across multi-site operations, with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.