transport manager.

• Supportive, collaborative team
• High volume, fast paced operational environment
• Privately owned, proudly Australian business

About The Company

A respected organisation in the short-hall logistics and construction services sector known for reliability, strong relationships, and delivery excellence with modern transport systems and a supportive leadership team.

About the Role:

This is a hands-on leadership position, ideal for an experienced transport professional who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced operational environment. The Transport Manager will oversee a team of skilled allocators and a large subcontractor fleet, ensuring delivery performance aligns with client expectations and operational standards. This role involves short-haul, high-frequency deliveries across multiple yards and project sites, with a strong emphasis on coordination, responsiveness, and service excellence.

You will be entrusted to make informed decisions on the ground, manage relationships with key stakeholders, and maintain the high standards that define our brand in the market.

Your duties will include:

• Lead and support a team of experienced transport allocators to ensure daily operations run smoothly and efficiently
• Maintain strong performance, compliance, and professionalism across a subcontractor-heavy fleet
• Monitor and adjust fleet capacity to meet operational demand
• Build and maintain effective relationships with drivers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Proactively manage delivery issues, disruptions, and on-road incidents with a solutions-focused mindset
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transport legislation and safety frameworks (CoR, HVNL, EPA, etc.)
• Represent the brand with integrity in all interactions with clients, contractors, and partners

The Successful Applicant will demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

• Prior experience in a senior transport, logistics, or fleet management role
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate operational teams
• Proven experience working with subcontractors and holding third parties accountable
• Strong understanding of transport regulations, compliance, and safety practices
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
• Commercial awareness and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Sound judgment and a steady, practical approach to day-to-day challenges

Next steps

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At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.