Haulage Superintendent

Mlg Oz; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice

Novated Leases

Remote Site Travel

Discounted Health Insurance (NIB)

Diversity & Inclusion

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

MLG Oz is seeking an experienced Operations Superintendent – Road Train Haulage to lead road train operations, drive performance and deliver safe, productive, and commercially successful outcomes. You will oversee day-to-day activities, develop high-performing teams and bolster fleet efficiency across sites in Australia.

The role demands hands-on leadership, strong safety focus, and the ability to balance operational delivery with cost control and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' supervisory or project leadership experience within road train haulage or heavy transport operations.
• Experience implementing Fatigue Management Strategies.
• Strong knowledge of road transport compliance, including Chain of Responsibility requirements.
• Demonstrated experience managing road train operations, fleet performance and driver productivity.
• Sound commercial acumen with cost control and operational reporting.
• Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in challenging environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day road train haulage activities, achieving targets safely and efficiently.
• Lead by example with a proactive safety culture and WHS compliance.
• Mentor and motivate drivers, supervisors and site personnel toward continuous improvement.
• Drive vehicle utilisation, availability and productivity with safe operation and maintenance.
• Monitor performance and identify opportunities to drive efficiencies across operations.
• Maintain cost control, reporting and commercial awareness to support profitability.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, clients and maintenance teams to deliver outcomes.
• Implement practical solutions to improve safety, productivity and fleet performance.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

People management

Decision making

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Statutory Supervisor Examination

BSBWHS411 – Implement and Monitor WHS Policies, Procedures and Programs

BSBWHS414 – Contribute to WHS Risk Management

MC licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT – ROAD TRAIN HAULAGE

Lead from the front. Drive performance. Make an impact.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

MLG Oz is growing, and we're looking for an experienced Operations Superintendent – Road Train Haulage to join our operations and play a key role in driving operational success.

This is your opportunity to take ownership of road train haulage operations, lead high-performing teams and work alongside our Project Managers to deliver safe, productive and commercially successful outcomes.

If you're a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced transport environment, knows how to get the best out of people and is passionate about operational excellence, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

What you'll be doing

As Operations Superintendent, you'll be at the forefront of our road train haulage operations, providing strong leadership, driving performance and ensuring our teams have the support and direction they need to succeed.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading Operations: Oversee day-to-day road train haulage activities, ensuring operational targets, transport schedules and delivery requirements are achieved safely and efficiently.

• Driving Safety: Lead by example, championing a proactive safety culture and ensuring compliance with all WHS, transport and fatigue management requirements.

• Developing High-Performing Teams: Lead, mentor and motivate drivers, supervisors and site personnel, building a culture of accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement.

• Maximising Fleet Performance: Drive vehicle utilisation, availability and productivity while ensuring safe operation, effective maintenance and compliance.

• Delivering Results: Monitor operational performance, identify improvement opportunities and drive efficiencies across road train haulage operations.

• Managing Commercial Performance: Maintain strong cost control, operational reporting and commercial awareness to support project profitability.

• Building Strong Relationships: Work closely with Project Managers, clients, maintenance teams and operational personnel to deliver successful outcomes.

• Driving Continuous Improvement: Implement practical solutions and identify opportunities to improve safety, productivity, fleet performance and operational efficiency.

What you’ll bring

We're looking for a confident, proactive leader who can balance operational delivery, people leadership and commercial performance.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A minimum of 4 years' supervisory or project leadership experience within road train haulage or heavy transport operations.

• Successful completion of the Statutory Supervisor Examination.

• BSBWHS411 – Implement and Monitor WHS Policies, Procedures and Programs.

• BSBWHS414 – Contribute to WHS Risk Management.

• Demonstrated experience implementing and managing Fatigue Management Strategies.

• Strong knowledge of road transport compliance, including Chain of Responsibility requirements.

• Demonstrated experience managing road train operations, fleet performance and driver productivity.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop and hold teams accountable.

• Sound commercial acumen, including cost control and operational reporting.

• Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in challenging environments.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

• A proactive mindset with a genuine passion for safety, performance and continuous improvement.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant operational management systems.

• A current valid MC licence.

Why join MLG Oz?

At MLG Oz, we're more than just a transport and logistics business – we're a team of people who take pride in what we do and the results we deliver.

When you join MLG, you'll be part of a growing organisation that values its people, recognises performance and creates opportunities to build a rewarding career.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• A supportive, inclusive and down-to-earth team culture.

• Reward & Recognition programs that celebrate your contribution.

• Genuine career progression opportunities across the business.

• Employee benefits including Salary Sacrifice, Novated Leases and Remote Site Travel.

• Discounted Health Insurance through NIB.

• A workplace that values Diversity, Equality & Inclusion.

• The opportunity to make a real impact and help shape the success of our growing road train haulage operations.

Ready to make your mark?

MLG Oz is a growing Australian business delivering transport, logistics and operational solutions across a range of industries.

We're looking for leaders who take ownership, bring energy to their teams and are driven to achieve great outcomes.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

MLG Oz celebrates diversity, inclusivity and innovation. We respect and embrace people from all walks of life and strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.

About Us

As an ASX-listed company, MLG Oz is a contractor of choice, employing more than 1,400 people across over 30 operational sites. We deliver a comprehensive range of services, including:

• Aggregate and sand supply

• Bulk haulage and integrated site services

• Crushing and screening

• Export logistics

MLG Oz is guided by strong core values and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We recognise that inclusion drives engagement, builds trust, encourages fresh perspectives, and supports innovation, ultimately enhancing our overall performance. Our 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.