State Manager

CGC Recruitment; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

CGC Recruitment is seeking an experienced State Manager to take full ownership of the South Australian transport and logistics operation. The role combines senior leadership with hands-on management across drivers, subcontractors, mechanics, warehouse and office staff.

You will oversee fleet performance, safety, compliance and customer relationships, while driving profitability and growth for the SA site within a national business.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience overseeing a site or region.
• Strong background in road transport, logistics, or heavy haulage.
• Proven ability to manage a diverse operational workforce and drive performance.

Responsibilities

• Take full operational ownership of the SA site.
• Lead drivers, subcontractors, workshop and office teams.
• Oversee fleet operations, maintenance, utilisation and performance.
• Manage subcontractor relationships and service delivery.
• Drive safety, compliance and Chain of Responsibility culture.
• Monitor costs, productivity and site profitability.
• Collaborate with senior management and interstate operations.

Skills

Leadership

Transport & Logistics

People Management

Safety & Compliance

Job description

State Manager - Transport & Logistics

South Australia | $150,000 + Super | Full-Time

An established national transport and logistics business is seeking an experienced State Manager to take full ownership of its South Australian operation.

This is a senior, hands-on leadership position with responsibility for the performance of the entire SA site, overseeing drivers, subcontractors, mechanics, warehouse operations and office staff.

Operating across general transport, specialised freight and project logistics, the business requires a strong operational leader who can manage people, fleet performance, customers, safety and commercial outcomes while continuing to develop the South Australian operation.

The Role Reporting into senior management, you will have overall responsibility for the SA business, including:

• Full operational management of the South Australian site
• Leadership of drivers, subcontractors, mechanics, warehouse and office teams
• Oversight of fleet operations, allocation and transport performance
• Management of subcontractor relationships and performance
• Ensuring fleet availability, maintenance and operational efficiency
• Driving a strong culture around safety, compliance and Chain ofResponsibility
• Managing service delivery and key customer relationships
• Monitoring operational costs, productivity and overall site performance
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, utilisation and profitability
• Supporting the continued growth and development of the SA operation
• Working closely with senior management and other interstate operations

About You

We are looking for an experienced transport leader who is comfortable taking ownership of an entire operation.

You will ideally bring:

• Previous experience as a State Manager, Branch Manager, Operations Manager or senior transport leader
• Strong experience within road transport, logistics, heavy haulage, project logistics or a similar environment
• Demonstrated experience managing a diverse operational workforce
• Strong understanding of fleet operations, drivers and subcontractor management
• Knowledge of transport safety, compliance and Chain of Responsibility
• Commercial awareness with the ability to manage costs and operational performance
• Strong customer and stakeholder management skills
• A practical, hands-on leadership style
• The ability to make decisions and take accountability for an entire site

What's On Offer

• $150,000 + Super
• Senior leadership position with ownership of the complete SA operation
• Established national transport and logistics business
• Diverse operation across fleet, workshop, warehouse and office functions
• Opportunity to influence operational performance and future growth
• Long-term career opportunity within a growing national organisation

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced transport leader looking to step into a genuine State Manager position with end-to-end responsibility for a substantial South Australian operation.