Fleet Manager

WhitePage Consultancy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TMV Transport Services Pty Ltd in New South Wales is seeking a Fleet Manager to oversee purchase, maintenance and deployment of company trucks across Peakhurst, Guildford and Chinderah. The role focuses on efficient scheduling, cost control and compliance with safety regulations.

You will coordinate drivers and subcontractors, plan routes, and ensure timely deliveries while maintaining high service standards. This is a full-time position with a competitive AUD salary and superannuation.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of relevant work experience as a Fleet Manager or in a similar transport or logistics role.
• AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in logistics, transport management or business.

Responsibilities

• Organise the purchase, lease, replacement and disposal of vehicles and equipment based on age, cost and workload.
• Plan preventive maintenance schedules and coordinate servicing to minimise downtime.
• Organise fuel supply and monitor usage to reduce running costs.
• Coordinate freight movements and fleet resources across Peakhurst, Guildford and Chinderah.
• Ensure compliance with Heavy Vehicle National Law, Chain of Responsibility and safety requirements.
• Prepare operational statements and regular reports for the Director on fleet use, costs and performance.

Skills

Highly organised

Reliable under pressure

Strong communication

Leadership / directing others

Education

AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in logistics/transport/business

Job description

TMV Transport Services Pty Ltd is a New South Wales road freight business that has been moving goods for its clients since 2018. The company specialises in carrying general dry freight on local and interstate routes, mainly using heavy rigid trucks. The business has grown steadily on the strength of reliable service and dependable delivery. It now runs a fleet of 20 to 30 company-owned trucks and works with a network of about 30 subcontractors who operate their own vehicles. Operations are managed from our base in Peakhurst, NSW, and supported by depots in Guildford and Chinderah, giving the business strong coverage across Sydney and up to the New South Wales–Queensland border. With a growing client base and a fleet of this size, we are now looking for an organised and capable Fleet Manager to join our team on a full-time basis.

Fleet Manager | TMV Transport Services Pty Ltd, Peakhurst NSW

Key Responsibilities

• Organise the purchase, lease, replacement and disposal of transport vehicles and equipment. Assess each vehicle’s age, condition, running costs and workload, and make recommendations to the Director.
• Plan and manage preventive maintenance schedules across the fleet. Arrange servicing, repairs, tyres and inspections with workshops so that vehicle downtime is kept to a minimum.
• Organise fuel supply, monitor fuel use for each vehicle, and introduce practical measures to reduce fuel and running costs.
• Liaise with clients to understand their freight volumes, delivery points, timeframes and handling needs. Advise them on suitable vehicle types, rates, hire terms and the obligations of each party.
• Handle client complaints about delays, damage or service quality, and put corrective actions in place to keep service standards high.
• Receive freight orders and bookings, confirm capacity, and plan and implement daily and weekly transport schedules across company trucks, drivers and subcontractors.
• Plan routes and timing to meet delivery deadlines while complying with fatigue management, mass and loading rules. Adjust schedules for breakdowns, delays and changes in client needs.
• Arrange the collection and delivery of goods and confirm that each job is completed with proof of delivery. Arrange the movement of vehicles to and from workshops, inspection stations, suppliers and depots.
• Coordinate freight movements and fleet resources between the Peakhurst, Guildford and Chinderah locations.
• Make sure the fleet remains roadworthy, registered, insured and compliant with the Heavy Vehicle National Law, Chain of Responsibility and work health and safety requirements.
• Check that drivers and subcontractors hold current licences, accreditation and insurance. Direct them on vehicle checks, load restraint and defect reporting.
• Maintain business records, including the vehicle register, service histories, registrations, permits, fuel records and incident reports.
• Check supplier, workshop and subcontractor invoices against work performed and agreed rates, and manage fleet costs against budget.
• Prepare operational statements and regular reports for the Director on fleet use, costs, maintenance, delivery performance, compliance and incidents.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised, with the ability to plan ahead and manage several priorities at once.
• Reliable and calm under pressure, with sound judgement when schedules change at short notice.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills when dealing with clients, drivers, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Confident in directing others, along with the willingness to work closely with a small management team.

Experience and Qualifications

• Applicants should have at least 1 year of relevant work experience as a Fleet Manager or in a similar transport or logistics operations role.
• Applicants must hold an AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in a relevant field such as logistics, transport management or business.

What We Offer

• A full-time position, typically involving 38 hours per week.
• An annual salary of $80,000 to $90,000 plus superannuation.