Transport Operations Manager

Randstad; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad is partnering with a well-established, family-owned transport and logistics business to recruit a Transport Operations Manager. You will own the head office function, overseeing financial management, HR, compliance, and administration, while actively modernising systems and workflows to drive efficiency.

Reporting to the owners, you will lead two administrative staff, manage end-to-end payroll, and ensure NHVR CoR compliance, with a focus on work-life balance and practical, on-site

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Operations, Office, or Business Management within transport/logistics.
• Strong familiarity with CoR and WHS in a fleet environment.
• Proactive mindset with system improvement focus.
• Hands-on experience with accounting systems and full-cycle payroll.
• Experience leading small administrative teams.

Responsibilities

• Review administrative workflows and implement modern systems and SOPs to improve efficiency.
• Oversee AP/AR, payroll (weekly/fortnightly), superannuation, reconciliations, and monthly reporting to owners.
• Drive WHS standards and NHVR Chain of Responsibility compliance, maintaining audit readiness.
• Assist owner with client quotes, supplier rate negotiations, and cost control.
• Manage, mentor, and drive performance for two administrative staff; oversee recruitment and records.
• Coordinate fleet renewals and administration for workers' compensation and liability insurance.

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Job description

• Stable daytime office hours (approx. 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, fully on-site)
• An active, and friendly team culture that genuinely promotes healthy habits

About the Client

We are partnering with a well-established, highly regarded family-owned transport and logistics business to recruit a key operational leader. Operating with a down-to-earth, genuine family culture, this company prides itself on strong workplace balance, employee well-being, and an active, health-conscious team environment.

Unlike rigid corporate operations, our client offers an open, accessible workplace where your ideas for improvement will be heard, valued, and put into action.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the business owners, this is a pivotal, hands-on position designed to support an outgoing partner. As the Transport Operations Manager, you will take full ownership of the head office function-overseeing financial management, HR, compliance, and administration, while actively identifying ways to modernise and streamline business systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review existing administrative workflows and implement modern systems and SOPs to drive overall business efficiency.
• Oversee full-function AP/AR, end-to-end payroll (weekly/fortnightly), superannuation, bank reconciliations, and regular financial reporting to the owners.
• Drive Work Health & Safety (WHS) standards and ensure strict adherence to National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) Chain of Responsibility (CoR) guidelines, keeping the business audit-ready.
• Assist the business owner with client quoting, supplier rate negotiations, and cost control.
• Manage, mentor, and drive performance for two administrative staff, alongside handling end-to-end recruitment and employee records.
• Coordinate renewals and administration for fleet, workers' compensation, and liability insurance.

Skills & Experience Required:

• 5+ years of experience in an Operations, Office, or Business Management role within the transport/logistics sector.
• Strong, working familiarity with CoR and WHS standards in a fleet environment.
• A proactive professional who naturally spots inefficiencies and thrives on building better systems.
• Hands-on experience with accounting systems (e.g., Xero, MYOB) and full-cycle payroll.
• Proven experience managing, developing, and motivating small administrative teams.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.