Regional Transport Leader — SA & NT

Sims Limited; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave (Company Paid)?

Health & wellbeing support (BUPA)

Novated leasing

Superannuation education

Job summary

Sims Limited is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to lead the SA and NT transport network, driving safety, cost performance and regional logistics strategy. You will mentor drivers and operations teams while delivering operational excellence across the region.

This senior role offers the chance to shape transport performance, manage budgets, and build capability within the team in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading multi-site transport operations.
• Experience in budgeting and transport cost control.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to challenge costs and drive outcomes.
• Strong contractor and supplier relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Lead transport operations across SA and NT to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Manage fleet performance, contracts, and transport rates to deliver value for money.
• Own transport budgets, freight costs and operating expenses to meet targets.
• Collaborate with Operations and Commercial teams to improve service levels and profitability.
• Monitor safety, service delivery, fleet utilisation and contractor performance.

Skills

Leadership

Transport operations

Budget management

Contractor relations

Safety compliance

Education

Business / Logistics degree

Tools

Fleet management software

Contractor management platforms

Job description

Sims Limited is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to lead the SA and NT transport network, driving safety, cost performance and regional logistics strategy. You will mentor drivers and operations teams while delivering operational excellence across the region.

This senior role offers the chance to shape transport performance, manage budgets, and build capability within the team in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment.