Transport Operations Manager (PM) | Orchard Hills NSW

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in more than 170 countries and with over 110,000 employees across 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

Every day, our people imagine better ways to serve a world in motion – creating smarter, safer, and more sustainable solutions for our customers.

YOUR ROLE

Based in Orchard Hills NSW and reporting to the State Transport Manager, you will lead the safe, compliant and cost-effective performance of your shift across fleet operations and the transport cross-dock.

This role operates with a 1.00 pm start time, with a shift premium allowance applied.

You will own shift performance across safety, service and cost outcomes, ensuring people, systems and resources are aligned to meet agreed KPIs and customer expectations. You will lead supervisors, fleet control, transport administration and operational teams, together with subcontractor drivers and labour hire casuals, embedding accountability, operational discipline and continuous improvement.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

Specifically, you will:

• Ensure full compliance with CoR, transport legislation and CEVA safety standards
• Own shift KPIs across safety, DIFOT, POD/COD performance, productivity and labour utilisation
• Lead planning, scheduling and allocation of fleet and operational resources
• Analyse operational data and implement optimisation strategies
• Manage subcontractor carrier performance in partnership with Transport Procurement
• Act as a key operational contact for customers and internal stakeholders
• Contribute to budget and P&L outcomes through disciplined labour planning, cost control and performance management
• Drive structured shift handovers and maintain strong 5S and operational standards.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are seeking a transport operations leader with demonstrated success delivering strong people, safety, customer and commercial outcomes in a time-critical environment. You will also have:

• Solid experience leading high-volume transport operations
• Significant exposure to CoR governance and transport compliance management
• A proven track record improving safety and service performance
• Demonstrated commercial acumen with experience influencing budget and P&L outcomes
• Strong capability driving productivity, labour utilisation and cost control
• Experience leading mixed workforces including employees, labour hire and subcontractors
• Confidence working with TMS platforms and operational reporting tools
• Clear leadership under pressure with strong stakeholder management skills.

In addition to providing proof of work rights and suitable professional referees, progressed candidates will be required to undergo a medical assessment and national police check.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment and competitive compensation, we are proud to offer a range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, and help you thrive at work and in life.

• Personal wellbeing: prioritise your health and wellbeing through the CEVAwell program, Employee Assistance Program, Volunteer Time Off, and Life & Total Permanent Disability Insurance.
• Work-life balance: benefit from flexible, hybrid, and remote work options, along with additional paid parental leave for primary carers.
• Professional development: your growth is essential to us. Unlock your potential through secondment and internal mobility opportunities, study assistance, leadership and mentoring programs, MyLearning – our global online platform with more than 1,000 courses – early career pathways and more.
• Financial wellbeing: We care about your financial security. Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts from our partners, novated leasing, annual safety workwear reimbursement, employee referral incentives, service recognition and short-term incentive plans.

Diversity is core to who we are. By reflecting the cultures and perspectives of our customers and communities, we perform at our best. CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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Disclaimer: CEVA Logistics works with a carefully selected group of recruitment partners. We are not seeking agency support for this vacancy and do not accept unsolicited resumes. Only agencies formally engaged through our HR team for a specific vacancy will be recognised, and no fees will be payable for unsolicited introductions.