Salary: $130,000 - $150,000 + Super
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Eastern Creek
We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially focused Transport Manager to lead the end-to-end performance of our transport network across all facilities. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence, safety, consistency, and scalability across a growing, multi-site operation.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in shaping the future of the transport function, ensuring it supports both current operations and long-term business growth.
Key Responsibilities Operational Performance
Own and optimise the end-to-end performance of the transport network across all sites
Ensure consistent service delivery, reliability, and efficiency across all facilities
Develop and implement best-practice transport operating standards
Leadership & People Management
Lead, coach, and develop transport leaders, supervisors, and drivers
Build a high-performance, safety-first culture across the transport function
Drive accountability, engagement, and capability development
Safety, Compliance & Risk
Ensure full compliance with all transport, WHS, and regulatory requirements
Proactively manage risk, incidents, and investigations
Champion a strong safety culture with zero-harm objectives
Growth & Scalability
Design and implement scalable transport models to support business growth
Support new site integrations, fleet expansion, and operational change
Partner with senior stakeholders to align transport strategy with business objectives
Cost Control & Financial Performance
Manage transport budgets and cost controls
Identify and deliver cost efficiencies without compromising service or safety
Monitor and report on key transport and financial KPIs
Systems & Continuous Improvement
Drive the effective use of transport systems, telematics, and reporting tools
Lead continuous improvement initiatives across processes, systems, and performance
Use data and insights to inform decision-making and optimise outcomes
About You
As the Transport Manager you'll have senior experience in transport, logistics, or supply chain leadership roles
The Transport Manager will have proven ability to manage complex, multi-site transport operations
This Transport Manager will have strong knowledge of transport compliance, safety, and risk management
As the Transport Manager you'll have commercially astute with experience managing budgets and cost performance
The Transport Manager must have a confident, influential leader with excellent stakeholder management skills
The Transport Manager will be experienced in driving change, scalability, and continuous improvement
What We Offer
$130,000 - $150,000 + Super
Full-time, permanent senior leadership role
Opportunity to shape and scale a critical business function
Supportive executive team and growth-focused organisation
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Manufacturing
Industries
Manufacturing