Posted: 10/02/2026 Closing Date: 10/03/2026 Job Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Burnie, TAS Job Category: Operations,Transport & Logistics
About Strait Link
Strait Link has a proud history as a vital link in the supply chain between Tasmania and the Australian mainland. As an end-to-end logistics provider, everyday our people - on our vessels, at ports, at our depots and warehouses, and in our trucks and offices - play a vital role connecting Tasmanian businesses and communities.
Through daily sea freight services between Port of Melbourne in Victoria and Port of Burnie in Tasmania, our world-class ships connect the Tasmanian economy and communities with customers, suppliers and markets across Australia and, in turn, the world.
Job Description
About the Role
Strait Link Logistics connects Tasmania to the mainland through an integrated blue-water and landside supply chain.
We’re now looking for a strong operational leader to take ownership of our North West Coast transport operations
This is not a desk job.
This is hands-on operational leadership in one of Tasmania’s most critical freight corridors.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
* Lead daily transport operations across the region
* Drive DIFOT performance and service consistency
* Align fleet control and fleet support into one cohesive team
* Optimise fleet deployment, route planning and productivity
* Strengthen compliance with NHVR, CoR and fatigue management
* Partner with Sales and Operations to align demand and capacity
* Manage regional labour, maintenance and subcontractor spend
Desired Skills and Experience
Who We're Looking For
You’re an experienced transport leader who understands heavy vehicle operations and the realities of Tasmanian freight.
You bring:
* Proven experience leading transport or fleet operations
* Strong knowledge of HVNL, CoR and fatigue management
* A track record of improving service reliability and operational KPIs
* Financial and commercial acumen
* Confidence leading through change and integration
* The ability to build accountability and lift team capability
Experience across merged or integrated operations will be highly regarded.
If you’re ready to lead from the front and build a high-performing regional transport function, we want to hear from you.
An inclusive workplace, works for everyone
We celebrate difference. At Strait Link we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. If you need additional support to be your best self during the application process, please let us know.
We appreciate your understanding that we are not accepting applications or CVs from agencies. For any queries, please email