Fleet Operations Manager
We are a trusted retailer in Australia, serving communities since 1914 and operating as a top 30-listed company on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference to millions of Australian lives while seeing your impact.
About the Role
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract for a Fleet Operations Manager to join our Coles Digital team. The role plays a key part in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our customer delivery vehicle fleet, contributing to the overall performance of Coles Online.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Operational Performance: Oversee the day-to-day performance of a 1,100-vehicle fleet, ensuring optimal efficiency and reliability.
2. Stakeholder Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with multiple partners, including large transport-based fleet operators, subcontractors, and external warehouse providers.
3. Repairs & Maintenance: Manage fleet repair and maintenance expenditure, ensuring cost-effectiveness while maintaining high operational standards.
4. Safety & Compliance: Ensure all safety programs are effectively implemented and align with state and national regulations.
5. Leadership & Team Management: Lead and support an indirect team of 200 staff across Victoria and New South Wales, fostering a high-performance culture.
Requirements:
1. Experience in fleet operations, logistics, and transport management within a large-scale environment.
2. Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to navigate complex partnerships.
3. A deep understanding of vehicle maintenance, compliance, and safety standards.
4. Proven experience managing large budgets and operational costs.
5. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
About You:
1. A successful fleet operations manager must be proficient in many disciplines including vehicle procurement, vehicle maintenance, operational procedures, incident management, and vehicle disposals.
2. Proven experience in end-to-end supply chain management.
3. Implementation of transport management systems.
4. Extensive knowledge of transport issues and factors.
5. An understanding of supermarket policies and standards.
6. A thorough understanding and demonstration of occupational health and safety.
7. A proven track record in developing relationships and influencing others in a results-driven organisation.
8. A proven track record in leading, growing, and evolving a successful business operation.
9. Experience of managing implementation phases of major change projects.
10. Experience in leading, managing, and coaching people.
What We Offer:
1. Flexible working options to achieve a positive work-life balance.
2. Office perks such as a gym facility, fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub, school holiday program, and more.
3. Discounts on supermarket and liquor online and in-store purchases.
4. Reward through recognition linked to our Coles values.
5. Opportunities for learning and development.
6. Paid parental leave.
7. Investment in your future through our annual team member share plan offer.
Our Commitment:
We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation, and gender identities.
We're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disabilities. For further information and additional contact details, please visit the 'Our Recruitment Process' section of our careers site.