Regional Logistics Leader
Take on a leadership role that shapes the future of regional logistics. As a natural leader, you're ready for a new challenge with real ownership and career growth, making a meaningful impact in a fast-paced national business.
Townsville offers an attractive coastal lifestyle with tropical climate, national parks, and the Great Barrier Reef at your doorstep. Enjoy affordable living without long commutes, allowing more time for family, fitness, fishing, or weekends away.
This is a lifestyle and leadership opportunity where your leadership will be noticed and valued in a tight-knit regional community.
Job Responsibilities:
* Drive daily operations and customer performance across fleet, freight, and facility
* Lead a tight-knit operational team, building culture, capability, and accountability
* Manage budgets, cost controls, P&L, and service KPIs
* Act as the primary contact for regional customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders
* Champion safety and compliance ensuring a secure, high-performing workplace
* Be the go-to local leader with influence across the broader Queensland network
Requirements:
* 5+ years in senior transport, logistics, depot or fleet operations leadership
* Experience managing unionised workforces, industrial relations and safety
* A strong understanding of WHS, Chain of Responsibility (CoR), and transport regulations
* Proven success managing operational KPIs, workforce planning, and cost control
* Solid interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills at all levels
* A cool head under pressure and a mindset for continuous improvement
Benefits:
* Attractive coastal lifestyle with tropical climate, national parks, and the Great Barrier Reef at your doorstep
* Affordable living without long commutes
* More time for family, fitness, fishing, or weekends away
Why Choose This Opportunity?
Bonus points if you've worked in regional or remote operations and thrived on the challenge.