Transport Operations Manager

Cornerstone HR; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy seeks a Transport Operations Manager to manage and execute transport operations efficiently. You will lead teams and ensure compliance with internal processes and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in transport management and strong leadership capabilities. This role offers a great opportunity to drive operational excellence in a market-leading organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport planning and management.
• Strong leadership experience managing teams.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• In-depth knowledge of transport safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage the execution of transport operations.
• Oversee transport planners and capacity planning.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.
• Drive operational excellence across safety and service.

Skills

Transport planning

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of CoR legislation

Experience with TMS

Communication skills

Tools

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Data analysis tools

Job description

Our valued client is a privately held Australian parent company which controls, operates and invests in a diverse set of businesses and assets, successfully and solidly built over the last 45 years. With iconic retail brands managed under the group's banner, this is an exceptional opportunity for someone to join a true market leader

Reporting to the Head of Transport, as the Transport Operations Manager, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day execution of the business's transport operations to ensure efficient and timely deliveries across the network.

This role will oversee transport planners, manage capacity planning, and ensure compliance with internal processes and external regulations.

By driving operational excellence, you will consistently deliver high levels of performance across safety, service, cost, and efficiency through disciplined execution, continuous improvement, and alignment with broader business goals.

The successful candidate will display the following key skills and experience

Responsibilities

• Proven experience in transport planning, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and driving accountability.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to resolving operational issues.
• In-depth knowledge of Chain of Responsibility (CoR) legislation and transport safety standards.
• Experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS) and data analysis tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills to coordinate across internal teams and external partners.

Please apply for a confidential discussion

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport planning, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and driving accountability.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to resolving operational issues.
• In-depth knowledge of Chain of Responsibility (CoR) legislation and transport safety standards.
• Experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS) and data analysis tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills to coordinate across internal teams and external partners.

Note: This role description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications currently required and may be adjusted as the business evolves.