Operations Manager - Bulk Fuels

Linfox; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 weeks paid parental leave

Return to work bonus

Career development opportunities

Well-being benefits

Job summary

Linfox is seeking an Operations Manager to lead daily delivery operations across metro Sydney for key fuel clients. You will oversee a large driver workforce and supervisors, ensuring safe, timely, and efficient transport of bulk fuel in a fast-paced environment.

You will drive safety culture, manage performance, and engage stakeholders to deliver exceptional service while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and career development for the team.

Qualifications

• Experience leading operational teams in a logistics or transport setting.
• Strong people management and coaching skills.
• Ability to drive safety culture and adherence to CoR and DG regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational supervisors and driver teams to deliver on-time fuel deliveries.
• Manage fleet performance, schedules and contract KPIs.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance across operations.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and service standards.

Skills

People leadership

Transport operations

Safety culture

Stakeholder engagement

CoR & DG knowledge

Job description

Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Join the team powering some of Australia’s biggest names in fuel. Linfox is seeking a results-driven Operations Manager to lead daily delivery operations across metro Sydney for our key clients, Ampol and BP. Reporting to the NSW State Manager, you’ll oversee a high-performing team including two supervisors and a large driver workforce dedicated to the safe, timely, and efficient transport of bulk fuel.

What does the job look like?

This is a hands-on operational leadership role, ideal for someone with strong transport knowledge, people leadership skills, and a safety-first mindset. You'll be responsible for:

• Leading and developing operational supervisors and a professional driver team.
• Managing fleet performance, delivery schedules, and compliance in a fast-paced environment.
• Driving a strong safety culture with unwavering commitment to Chain of Responsibility (CoR) and DG regulations.
• Proactive management of customer relationships, maintaining service excellence and delivery KPIs in line with contract commitments.
• Supporting a culture of continuous improvement through operational initiatives and team engagement.

Are you the one?

We’re looking for a people-focused leader who thrives on delivering results and leading from the front. You’ll bring:

• Experience managing transport operations, ideally in bulk liquids, fuel, or dangerous goods.
• Strong people management capabilities, including coaching and developing frontline leaders.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, both internal and external.
• A track record of driving team performance and ensuring safety and service standards are met.
• Sound operational judgment, with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to changing demands.

What’s in it for you?

At Linfox, you’ll have the opportunity to lead critical fuel logistics for iconic Australian brands, with real support for your professional growth. This is your chance to shape operational delivery, mentor the next generation of leaders, and be part of an essential, high-performing team.

• 12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees
• Career development opportunities and mentoring programs
• Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being
• The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact

At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply.

Further information

You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.

To find out more about opportunities at Linfox, visit www.linfox.com/careers