State Operations Manager

Logical Staffing Solutions; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Fuel card

Job summary

Logical Staffing Solutions in Australia is seeking a dynamic State Operations Manager to lead transport operations, drive safety and compliance, and build strong client relationships. This role requires at least five years of leadership in transport, with experience in logistics management within outsourced providers or large manufacturing.

You will guide a team, improve efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop profitable service options.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of experience leading a transport operations team.
• Experience in transport/logistics management, ideally with an outsourced logistics provider or a large manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Knowledge of industrial relations, compliance regulations, and safety management.
• Ability to analyse reports, manage profitability, and drive operational improvements.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate IT proficiency and familiarity with logistics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership – Manage transport operations, safety risk management, and fleet maintenance.
• Team & Resource Management – Lead and develop staff, ensuring efficient use of key reporting systems and KPIs.
• Customer & Business Development – Strengthen relationships with key clients, ensuring high service levels and profitability.
• Compliance & Safety - Ensure adherence to NHVAS policies, fatigue management, and chain of responsibility legislation.
• Continuous Improvement – Contribute to business growth and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Logistics management

Safety compliance

Analytical skills

Communication

Tools

Logistics platforms

Job description

$110,000 plus super, car allowance, fuel card

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven State Operations Manager to lead transport operations, drive safety and compliance, and build strong client relationships. If you have proven leadership in transport, a passion for efficiency, and a customer-focused mindset, we want to hear from you!

Key responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership – Manage transport operations, safety risk management, and fleet maintenance.
• Team & Resource Management – Lead and develop staff, ensuring efficient use of key reporting systems and KPIs.
• Customer & Business Development – Strengthen relationships with key clients, ensuring high service levels and profitability.
• Compliance & Safety - Ensure adherence to NHVAS policies, fatigue management, and chain of responsibility legislation.
• Continuous Improvement – Contribute to business growth and process improvements.

About you:

• At least five years’ experience leading a transport operations team.
• Experience in transport/logistics management, ideally with an outsourced logistics provider or a large manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Knowledge of industrial relations, compliance regulations, and safety management.
• Ability to analyse reports, manage profitability, and drive operational improvements.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate IT proficiency and familiarity with logistics platforms.

What’s on offer:

• A key leadership role in a growing logistics company.
• Opportunity to influence operational strategy and business growth.
• Work with a dynamic team and major industry clients.
• Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Please Note: Only candidates with unrestricted rights to work in Australia will be considered for this position.