Fleet Manager - Cold-Chain & Refrigerated Logistics

Aus Cold Transport Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AUS COLD TRANSPORT PTY LTD in Cranbourne East seeks a Fleet Manager to oversee daily cold-chain transport operations, including refrigerated, chilled and ambient freight, and to coordinate drivers, vehicle allocation and schedules.

In this full-time role you will monitor performance, maintain fleet records, manage maintenance and ensure compliance with Australian transport regulations and food-safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of relevant experience in fleet management or transport operations.
• Good knowledge of Australian road transport regulations, Heavy Vehicle National Law, fatigue management and Chain of Responsibility requirements.
• Experience in coordinating drivers, vehicle allocation, transport schedules and fleet maintenance.
• Understanding of refrigerated transport, temperature-controlled logistics and food safety requirements.
• Strong organisational, communication, problem-solving and time management skills, with the ability to manage operational costs and improve fleet efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and oversee daily transport fleet operations, including refrigerated, chilled and ambient freight vehicles.
• Coordinate vehicle allocation, driver assignments and transport schedules to ensure efficient interstate linehaul and timely freight deliveries.
• Monitor fleet movements and delivery performance to ensure the safe and timely transportation of goods across designated routes.
• Develop and implement fleet management procedures to improve operational efficiency, minimise transportation costs and maximise vehicle utilisation.
• Supervise truck drivers and transport personnel, ensuring compliance with company policies, operational procedures and performance standards.
• Oversee vehicle maintenance, servicing and repairs, including refrigeration systems and temperature-monitoring equipment, to ensure fleet reliability and roadworthiness.
• Ensure compliance with Australian road transport legislation, Heavy Vehicle National Law, Chain of Responsibility, fatigue management and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate fleet records, including vehicle registrations, insurance, servicing history, fuel consumption, driver documentation and maintenance reports.
• Monitor transport expenditure, fuel costs and maintenance budgets, identify operational risks and implement strategies to improve cost efficiency and fleet performance.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, warehouse personnel and distribution centres to coordinate freight movements, resolve operational issues and ensure the safe handling and delivery of perishable goods in accordance with food safety requirements.

Skills

Fleet management

Road transport regulations

Fatigue management

Chain of Responsibility

Driver coordination

Vehicle allocation

Transport schedules

Fleet maintenance

Refrigerated transport

Food safety

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Cost efficiency

Job description

AUS COLD TRANSPORT PTY LTD in Cranbourne East seeks a Fleet Manager to oversee daily cold-chain transport operations, including refrigerated, chilled and ambient freight, and to coordinate drivers, vehicle allocation and schedules.

In this full-time role you will monitor performance, maintain fleet records, manage maintenance and ensure compliance with Australian transport regulations and food-safety requirements.