National Logistics Manager

DT Infrastructure; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DT Infrastructure is seeking an experienced National Logistics Manager to lead the national fleet and asset management across our Rail and Infrastructure divisions in Australia. Reporting to the Operations Manager - Plant, you will drive asset availability, budgeting, and lifecycle governance for light vehicles and mobile plant assets while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

You will partner with stakeholders nationwide to optimise performance, implement capex programs, and foster a

Qualifications

• Extensive senior logistics and fleet management experience in construction/rail.
• Proven track record with multi-million-dollar capex and asset lifecycle planning.
• Strong HVNL, CoR and WHS knowledge and safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead national management of light vehicles and mobile plant fleets.
• Oversee procurement, leasing, deployment, utilisation and end-of-life disposal.
• Manage multi-million-dollar fleet capex budgets.
• Coordinate mobilisations and logistics to meet project schedules.
• Ensure HVNL, CoR and WHS compliance.
• Develop supplier partnerships and drive cost efficiencies.

Skills

Senior logistics

Fleet management

Asset management

Stakeholder leadership

HVNL knowledge

Tools

Fleet management systems

Telematics

Asset tracking

Job description

DT Infrastructure is a trusted provider of engineering and construction solutions that unlock opportunities for our clients, communities and people. Specialising in Defence, transport and infrastructure, we offer a unique synergy of local expertise in complex projects and the global perspective of our multinational parent company, Gamuda Berhad. Through engineering innovation, collaborative contracting and leading sustainability practices we're unlocking opportunities for a better tomorrow.

DT Infrastructure is seeking an experienced National Logistics Manager to join our growing Rail Division.

About the role

Reporting to the Operations Manager - Plant, this critical leadership role is responsible for the strategic management, operational deployment, and lifecycle governance of DT Infrastructure's national fleet of light vehicles and mobile plant assets across our Rail and Infrastructure divisions.

The National Logistics Manager will drive fleet performance, asset utilisation, and capital investment planning across all DTI proposed assets while ensuring the highest standards of regulatory compliance, cost efficiency, and operational readiness. Working closely with operational stakeholders nationwide, you will play a key role in optimising asset availability, supporting project delivery, and delivering long-term value across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the national management of DT Infrastructure's light vehicle and mobile plant fleet, including procurement, leasing, deployment, utilisation, maintenance, and end-of-life disposal strategies.
• Manage multi-million-dollar capital expenditure budgets and fleet investment programs, delivering cost-effective asset solutions that support operational and project delivery requirements across Australia.
• Oversee the mobilisation, allocation, and logistics of fleet and plant assets, ensuring equipment availability, operational readiness, and alignment with project schedules and shutdown programs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), Chain of Responsibility (CoR), WHS, and client-specific requirements, while championing a strong safety-first culture across the business.
• Develop and manage strategic supplier and vendor partnerships, driving commercial performance, service excellence, cost efficiencies, and continuous improvement across fleet and logistics operations.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the logistics function, fostering high performance, collaboration, innovation, and alignment with DT Infrastructure's values and business objectives.

Experience and capabilities

• Extensive experience in senior logistics, fleet management, plant operations, or asset management roles within the construction, civil, rail, or infrastructure sectors.
• Proven track record managing large-scale fleet and plant portfolios, including multi-million-dollar capital expenditure programs, asset lifecycle planning, and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Strong understanding of Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), Chain of Responsibility (CoR), fatigue management requirements, and Australian Work Health & Safety legislation.
• Demonstrated leadership capability with the ability to influence stakeholders, build high-performing teams, and foster a strong culture of safety, quality, customer focus, and continuous improvement.
• Hands-on experience with fleet management, telematics, and asset tracking systems, supported by strong analytical, reporting, and organisational skills.
• Collaborative and commercially minded professional with excellent communication skills, capable of managing competing priorities and partnering effectively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver business outcomes.

Why work for DTI

• Competitive pay that reflects your contribution: We reward performance and impact, with our remuneration benchmarked to market.
• Purpose-driven careers in infrastructure: As we grow our presence in the renewable energy sector, DTI is also continuing to cement its position as a delivery partner of choice across rail, roads and Defence infrastructure projects. Our teams benefit from the variety of opportunities, applying their skills and experience across multiple sectors.
• Fostering your development: We've developed a culture where continuous learning is front and centre of everything we do. Fostering the growth and development of our people is key to our success and ensuring that we are preparing the next generation of leaders is a core focus for our business.
• Parental leave designed for the reality of family life: Our industry leading parental leave policies are centred on flexibility to support modern family life, because at DTI, little families are a part of our one big family.
• Flexibility that works for you and for us: We acknowledge that everyone's needs are different in striking the right work-life integration. Whether it's hybrid working, adjusted hours, job sharing or balancing family commitments, we'll work together to make it work.

DT Infrastructure is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions opportunity and respect. Our focus on inclusivity is active and ongoing. Women, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and former members of the Australian Defence Force are encouraged to apply.