Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Project Logistics Operations Manager to lead the operational execution of complex logistics projects across various sectors. This role is responsible for delivering safe, efficient, and on-time project logistics solutions.
This includes managing the end-to-end operational delivery of project cargo movements, including out-of-gauge, heavy-lift, chartering, and multimodal shipments. The successful candidate will act as the primary liaison between clients, carriers, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure efficient, compliant, and on-time project delivery.
The ideal candidate will have significant experience in project logistics operations, strong knowledge of customs clearance, import/export documentation, and compliance requirements. They will possess solid communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments with tight deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the end-to-end operational delivery of project cargo movements
* Act as the primary liaison between clients, carriers, subcontractors, and internal teams
* Prepare and oversee execution plans, transport schedules, risk assessments, and method statements for each project
* Monitor pre-shipment inspections, port operations, lifting, rigging, and final-mile activities to ensure smooth execution
* Proactively resolve operational challenges, ensuring continuous communication across all supply chain stakeholders
* Manage vendor performance, ensure compliance with safety and contractual standards, and support procurement through partner selection and negotiation
* Ensure accurate and timely completion of logistics documentation, including permits, customs paperwork, and shipping instructions
* Maintain adherence to international trade regulations, incoterms, and client-specific compliance requirements
* Contribute to operational costing, tender processes, and identify cost-saving opportunities to enhance project profitability
* Collaborate with commercial and procurement teams to assess supplier proposals, mitigate operational risks, and drive logistics efficiencies
Requirements
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:
* Significant experience in project logistics operations (oil, gas, renewables, industrial projects preferred)
* Strong understanding of heavy-lift, breakbulk, and specialized transport, including multimodal planning
* Proven experience managing field execution, site logistics, and vendor coordination
* Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-pressure environments with tight deadlines
* Strong knowledge of customs clearance, import/export documentation, and compliance requirements
* Solid communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Benefits
In addition to providing 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.
* Prioritize your health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program and Life & Total Permanent Disability Insurance
* Benefit from flexible, hybrid, and remote work options, along with additional paid parental leave for primary carers
* Unlock your potential through secondment and internal mobility opportunities, study assistance, leadership and mentoring programs
* 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.