Operations Manager - Transport & Logistics
$90k - $120k p.a. + Package inc Novated Lease
Take charge of logistics at a national transport leader. Two sites, one big opportunity.
Our client, a well-established and proudly Australian-owned logistics company, has been delivering freight and warehousing solutions for over 35 years. With a strong reputation for service, safety, and culture, they are now seeking a driven Operations Manager to lead two key sites in Melbourne's southeast and west.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership role where you'll be empowered to make decisions, lead teams, and shape the future of operations across a growing national network.
The role:
Based primarily at the Dandenong site, with regular travel to Truganina (2 days per week), you'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth, safe, and efficient running of day-to-day operations. You'll lead a team of dedicated staff, manage freight dispatch and delivery, and ensure compliance with all safety and regulatory requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing freight dispatch, delivery, and tracking to ensure timely and safe outcomes
- Managing labour resources and operational costs to maximise efficiency
- Leading and mentoring staff to achieve high performance and accountability
- Building solid relationships with internal teams and subcontractors
- Enforcing compliance with NHVL, CoR, and company safety standards
- Driving a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
About you:
You're a confident and capable leader with a strong background in transport operations. You thrive in fast-paced environments, know how to get the best out of your team, and are passionate about safety, service, and results.
To succeed in this role, you'll bring:
- Minimum 2 years' experience in an operations management or supervisory role
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent communication and coordination abilities
- Sound knowledge of National Heavy Vehicle Law and Chain of Responsibility
- A proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset
- A valid forklift licence (preferred but not essential)
What's in it for you?
- A supportive and inclusive team culture
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Salary sacrifice options and other employee benefits
- Novated Lease on offer
If you're ready to take the next step in your transport and logistics career and want to join a company that values its people and performance, we want to hear from you. Apply now and bring your leadership to a business that's moving forward.
Please note: All successful candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening including a medical assessment, drug and alcohol testing, and a National Police Check.
At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at (emailprotected) or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.
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📌 Operations Manager - Transport & Logistics
🏢 HOBAN Recruitment
📍 City of Greater Dandenong