About the Role
CEVA Logistics is a leading supply chain solutions provider, connecting people, products, and providers worldwide. As a dynamic and experienced Operations Manager - Project Logistics, you will lead the operational delivery of complex project cargo movements across Australia.
This national role oversees field execution, team performance, and end-to-end operational planning for high-profile movements in the energy, industrial, and infrastructure sectors.
Your Key Responsibilities:
* Lead safe, compliant, and cost-effective delivery of project logistics operations, including OOG, heavy-lift, and multimodal cargo
* Manage and mentor operational staff across multiple sites
* Plan and allocate field and subcontractor resources for port/site execution
* Act as the primary escalation point for operational risks, safety issues, and service delays
* Collaborate with commercial and BD teams on solution design, feasibility, and methodology planning
* Oversee milestone tracking, job file closure, and accurate reporting through the freight management system
* Monitor subcontractor performance and project-level KPIs across safety, delivery, and financial metrics
* Evaluate compliance with WHS, Chain of Responsibility, and CEVA standards
Your Requirements:
Our ideal candidate has deep experience managing international logistics projects and leading operational teams across multiple sites.
You will also bring:
* Tertiary qualification in Logistics, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management
* Solid experience in project logistics execution, including port/site operations
* Experience managing field or operational teams
* Strong understanding of heavy-lift, OOG, and multimodal cargo handling
* Sound working knowledge of WHS, CoR, and relevant Australian logistics regulations
* Experience with CargoWise, SAP, or similar systems (desirable)
* Excellent stakeholder engagement and team leadership skills
What We Offer:
In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment, we offer a range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing and help you thrive at work and in life.
These benefits include:
* Personal wellbeing: prioritise your health and wellbeing through our wellbeing program, Employee Assistance Program, Volunteer Time Off, and Life & Total Permanent Disability Insurance
* Work-life balance: benefit from flexible, hybrid, and remote work options, along with additional paid parental leave for primary carers
* Professional development: unlock your potential through secondment and internal mobility opportunities, study assistance, leadership and mentoring programs, and more
* Financial wellbeing: enjoy exclusive offers and discounts from our partners, novated leasing, annual safety workwear reimbursement, employee referral incentives, service recognition, and short-term incentive plans
Diversity Statement:
We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants who will receive consideration for employment without regard to indigenous status, race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other characteristic.
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