Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.
What does the job look like?
As the State Transport Manager you will be responsible for leading a complex transport and warehousing operation, ensuring the safe, efficient and cost-effective delivery of contracted outcomes for multiple customers. You will oversee the allocation of resources including labour, fleet and facilities, while acting as the key point of communication between Linfox, customers, unions and site teams.
With a strong focus on safety, compliance and customer engagement, you will drive performance through reporting, financial management and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring service expectations and operational targets are consistently achieved. Key areas:
- Lead delivery of transport and warehouse operations to meet contracted service outcomes and DIFOTA targets
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, policies and legislative requirements across the operation
- Manage resources including labour, equipment and facilities for efficient and cost-effective operations
- Deliver financial performance through budgeting, reporting, and cost control initiatives
- Build and maintain strong customer relationships to achieve service and performance outcomes
- Develop and lead team capability, including workforce planning and succession development
Are you the one?
You are an experienced leader with a strong background in the transport industry, with a proven track record managing operations, customer contracts and team performance. You bring a hands-on leadership approach with a focus on safety, compliance and continuous improvement.
You can demonstrate:
- Previous experience in a similar role within Transport and Logistics (min 5+ years exp)
- Proven ability to manage large customer accounts and service agreements
- Experience managing P&L performance, budgets and operational reporting
- Strong knowledge of safety, compliance and regulatory requirements (including NHVR)
- Experience leading teams and developing capability across operations and administration functions
- Exposure to unionised environments and industrial relations management
What's in it for me?
- 12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees
- Career development opportunities and mentoring programs
- Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being
- The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact
At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply. .
We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Linfox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Further information
You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.
