Haulage Site Manager - FIFO 8:6

United Talent Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights and accommodation covered

Quarterly bonuses

Long-term job security

Job summary

United Talent Group in Australia is seeking an experienced Haulage Site Manager to lead high-value haulage operations with accountability for safety, production, cost control, and client outcomes. You will plan, lead and execute Road Train operations from end to end, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and on budget while building strong client relationships and high-performing teams.

This role demands decisive leadership, commercial acumen, and a hands-on approach to safety and

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in mining operations.
• Understanding of bulk haulage operations and MC Drivers.
• Commercial mindset with ability to run a P&L.
• Outstanding leadership, decision-making, and communication.
• Section 26 Certification.
• High attention to detail and safety commitment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and deliver Road Train operations end-to-end.
• Drive production efficiency, equipment utilisation, site performance.
• Set safety leadership standards and regulatory compliance.
• Manage budgets, costs, and protect profitability.
• Identify risks early and act to avoid disruption.
• Build and maintain strong client partnerships.
• Recruit, roster, and performance-manage site teams.
• Develop site procedures, manage purchasing, and report to executives.
• Lead incident investigations and continuous improvement actions.

Skills

Mining leadership

Bulk haulage ops

P&L management

Decision making

Communication

Section 26 Cert

Job description

As an ASX-listed company, our client is a contractor of choice, employing more than 1,400 people across over 30 operational sites. Our client is guided by strong core values and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. They recognise that inclusion drives engagement, builds trust, encourages fresh perspectives, and supports innovation, ultimately enhancing our overall performance. Their people are our greatest asset, and through their collective efforts and contributions, we are able to achieve our objectives while maintaining an uncompromising commitment to the health and safety of our workforce, the environment, and the communities in which we operate.

We are seeking Haulage Site Manager tolead high-value haulage operations with absolute accountability for safety, production, cost control, and client outcomes. This role is for a decisive leader who understands the commercial realities of mining and crushing projects and knows how to turn strategy into execution.

If you’re ready to run a site like it’s your own, lead teams with confidence, and deliver projects that set the benchmark — this is your opportunity.

You will plan, lead, and executeRoad Train operations from end to end, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and on budget, while building strong client relationships and high-performing teams.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• End-to-End Project Ownership – Plan, execute, and deliver projects on time and on budget.
• Operational Leadership – Drive production efficiency, equipment utilisation, and site performance.
• Safety & Compliance Authority – Set the standard for safety leadership and regulatory compliance.
• Commercial Control – Manage budgets, control costs, and protect profitability.
• Risk & Decision Management – Identify risks early and act decisively to eliminate disruption.
• Client Relationship Management – Build and maintain strong, commercially focused client partnerships.
• People Leadership – Recruit, lead, roster, and performance-manage high-performing site teams.
• Systems & Governance – Develop site-specific procedures, manage purchasing (PRONTO), and deliver clear executive-level reporting.
• Incident Leadership – Lead investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What You Bring

• Leadership experience within in mining operations.
• Understanding of bulk haulage operations and managing MC Drivers.
• Strong operational knowledge with a commercial mindset. Be able to run a P&L.
• Exceptional leadership, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Section 26 Certification
• High attention to detail and an uncompromising commitment to safety.

What’s In It For You

• Attractive Salary + Family Friendly Ex PERTH 8:6 Roster
• Flights and accommodation covered from any capital city
• Quarterly Bonuses for safe, efficient delivery
• Full-Time, Permanent Role with Long-Term Job Security
• Modern, Well-Maintained Equipment
• Supportive, Approachable Management
• A Strong Team Culture with Recognition for Outstanding Performance

Why This Role Stands Out

This isn’t just another Manager role — it’s a chance to run a site, lead people, deliver results, and be genuinely rewarded for performance. If you’re driven, hands-on, and ready to step into a leadership role where your impact is visible and valued, we want to hear from you.