Depot Manager

Kinetic; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic is seeking an experienced Depot Manager to oversee all depot operations, ensuring buses depart safely and on time while upholding safety, compliance and performance standards.

You will lead depot staff, optimise operational efficiency, manage workforce planning and drive a positive workplace culture focused on safety and budget discipline.

Qualifications

• Experience leading depot operations and teams in transport/logistics.
• Proven ability to manage safety, compliance and budgets.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making under pressure.
• Experience with industrial relations and unions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all depot activities to ensure smooth operations and KPI achievement.
• Oversee workforce planning, rostering and absence management for service reliability.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Manage incidents, investigations and disciplinary matters effectively.
• Monitor fleet readiness and operational performance; build stakeholder relationships.
• Develop a high-performing, engaged depot team.

Skills

Depot operations

Leadership

Workforce planning

Safety & compliance

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Microsoft Office

BI software

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

About Us

Kinetic is Australia and New Zealand’s largest and most diverse bus operator, moving more than 100 million passengers per year across some of the most recognisable names in bus transport. We deliver these services through our team of over 7300 people and fleet of over 4900 buses.

Location: Coomera

About Us

Kinetic is Australia and New Zealand’s largest and most diverse bus operator, moving more than 100 million passengers per year across some of the most recognisable names in bus transport. We deliver these services through our team of over 7300 people and fleet of over 4900 buses. As a business who genuinely cares about our customers, our people, and our environment, we are industry leaders in delivering zero-emission technology, investing in our communities, training and developing our people, and providing an inclusive workplace which reflects the communities we serve.

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced Depot Manager to oversee all depot operations, ensuring buses depart safely and on time while maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and performance. This leadership role involves managing depot staff, optimising operational efficiency, and driving a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all depot activities to ensure smooth operations and contractual KPI achievement
• Oversee workforce planning, rostering, and absence management to ensure service reliability
• Drive a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with legislation and workplace standards
• Manage incidents, investigations, and disciplinary matters effectively
• Monitor and improve depot financial performance, identifying efficiency opportunities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Ensure high fleet presentation and operational readiness
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering engagement and continuous improvement

About You

• Experience in transport, logistics, or depot operations management
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and workforce planning
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities in high-pressure situations
• Ability to manage industrial relations and engage with unions effectively
• Strong financial acumen and ability to optimise operational budgets
• Knowledge of safety, compliance, and risk management in a depot environment
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and business intelligence software
• Medium rigid driver’s licence and working with children check (or willingness to obtain)

Kinetic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and reflect the community we serve. We invite all suitably qualified persons of all sexualities, genders and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, to apply.