Transport Operations Lead – Heavy Vehicles & Compliance

JS Transport Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

JS Transport Group in Adelaide seeks an experienced transport leader to oversee daily operations, driver performance, and regulatory compliance. You will coordinate maintenance, manage fatigue obligations, and liaise with Fleet Controller and Fleet Manager to ensure safe, efficient service.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong organizational skills, and the ability to anticipate issues before they escalate.

Qualifications

• Background in heavy vehicle transport, logistics or livehaul operations.
• Knowledge of NHVR compliance and fatigue management obligations.
• Experience coordinating fleet maintenance and managing vehicle defects.
• Confident leading and holding a team of drivers accountable.
• Organised, proactive communicator who flags issues before they escalate.

Responsibilities

• Own daily transport operations — scheduling, disruptions, driver shortages and dispatch support.
• Coordinate fleet maintenance, defect management and workshop liaison with Fleet Controller and Fleet Manager.
• Lead driver recruitment, inductions, performance management and attendance.
• Maintain fatigue compliance and support NHVR regulatory activities.
• Conduct driver observations, vehicle inspections and toolbox talks.
• Report weekly on fleet availability, defects, driver performance and compliance.

Skills

Heavy vehicle operations

NHVR compliance

Fleet maintenance coordination

Leadership of drivers

Proactive communication

Job description

JS Transport Group in Adelaide seeks an experienced transport leader to oversee daily operations, driver performance, and regulatory compliance. You will coordinate maintenance, manage fatigue obligations, and liaise with Fleet Controller and Fleet Manager to ensure safe, efficient service.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong organizational skills, and the ability to anticipate issues before they escalate.