Operations & HSEQ Manager – Transport & Logistics

Tranzworks; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior leadership influence

Job security

Supportive leadership

Growth opportunities

Competitive package

Job summary

Tranzworks in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Operations & HSEQ Manager to lead day-to-day transport operations and own Safety, Chain of Responsibility and Compliance. This senior role requires hands-on leadership to run a busy operation while fostering a positive safety culture across the business.

You will report to the State Manager, lead a team of eight, ensure on-time pickups and deliveries, and drive continuous improvement in safety and performance.

Qualifications

• Senior transport operations management or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of CoR, NHVR regulations and fatigue management.
• Experience with HSEQ, incident management and safety systems in transport.
• Proven ability to lead change and build team culture.
• Excellent organization and communication skills.
• Customer-focused with high service standards.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Despatch Master or similar TMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day transport operations and ensure processes, checks and deadlines are met.
• Coach, mentor and manage direct reports with regular 1:1s.
• Lead awareness and application of CoR, fatigue management and transport regulations.
• Collaborate with recruitment on fleet requirements and driver onboarding.
• Oversee data entry, reporting and allocations; maintain accuracy.
• Build strong relationships with drivers, clients and stakeholders.
• Oversee fatigue management to reduce breaches and incidents.
• Lead Safety Committee meetings and safety/compliance projects.

Skills

Transport operations

Leadership

Change management

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Safety culture

Data reporting

Tools

TMS Despatch Master

Job description

Operations & HSEQ Manager – Transport & Logistics

Tranzworks is a leading provider of palletised freight transport in Melbourne. We have been operating since 2006 and run a fleet of 120+ vehicles for major national customers. We’re looking for an experienced transport leader to take ownership of our day-to-day operations and lead every aspect of Safety, Chain of Responsibility and Compliance.

This is a senior, hands‑on role for someone who can run a busy operation without ever compromising on safety, and who can lift team culture and morale while doing it.

About the Role

You’ll report to the State Manager and lead a team of eight. You’ll be responsible for making sure all pickups and deliveries are managed and carried out to meet delivery timeframes and client demands.

You will also be the business lead for HSEQ.

Key responsibilities include:

Overseeing and managing day‑to‑day transport operations and making sure all processes, checks and deadlines are met

Coaching, mentoring and performance‑managing direct reports, including monthly 1:1s

Leading awareness and application of Chain of Responsibility, Fatigue Management, NHVR regulations and relevant transport legislation

Working with the recruitment team on fleet requirements, and supporting driver onboarding, retention and vehicle‑on‑road numbers

Overseeing daily reporting and the accuracy of data entry and allocations

Building strong relationships with drivers, clients and internal stakeholders

Overseeing fatigue management processes to reduce breaches

Making sure hazards and incidents are reported, investigated and closed out in line with Tranzworks procedures

Participating in Safety Committee meetings and risk assessments, and leading Safety and Compliance projects

Key Requirements

Proven experience in a transport operations management or senior supervisory role

Strong working knowledge of CoR, NHVR regulations and fatigue management (Standard Hours)

Experience in HSEQ, incident management and safety systems in a transport environment

Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience leading change and building team culture

Exceptional organisation skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure and meet deadlines

High level of customer service and communication skills

A continuous improvement mindset and a growth mentality

Experience with a TMS (Despatch master highly regarded)

What We Offer

A senior leadership role with real influence over safety and operations

A stable, well‑established business with long‑term contracts

A supportive leadership team and a collaborative office culture

The opportunity to grow with Tranzworks as our contracts expand

Competitive salary package

Why Tranzworks

At Tranzworks, safety and quality are part of everything we do. We value teamwork, a proactive can‑do attitude, and doing the right thing by our people, our drivers and our customers.