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?

Linfox’s Intermodal business unit is currently seeking an Operations Manager to join the team in Laverton North VIC. As part of this role, you will report directly to the Branch Manager and play a key role in overseeing and managing critical aspects of the operations, including safety, compliance, financials, incident investigations and fleet utilisation. You will also be responsible for leading and supporting your team and ensure the efficient and seamless deliveries across the road network. We currently have a permanent full-time opportunity available working Monday to Friday, starting from 8:00am and finishing at 5:00pm. Key areas:

• Promoting a safety-first culture ensuring commitment to safety, chain of responsibility and quality requirements.
• Provide operational leadership with responsibility for ensuring service delivery is in line with contractual requirements.
• Effective management and development of a direct reports, operational teams and subcontractor partners to provide efficiency and drive improvement across the network.
• Proactive management of customer relationships facilitating growth through new customer integration and organic growth of existing accounts.
• Effectively analyse equipment and operational tasks to deliver productive outcomes through resource utilisation, route optimisation and subcontractor management.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to promote continuous improvement and safety compliance.

Are you the one?

This is an operational leadership role requiring a manager with experience within the transport industry. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and have experience providing leadership and effective operational decision making within a complex supply chain environment. You can demonstrate: 

• Strong knowledge and experience within an operational environment.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement with an ability to build strong relationships across all levels and effectively implement and manage supply contracts.
• Ability to confidently lead, drive outcomes and develop diverse high-performance teams.
• Understanding of operational drivers, cost control and operational budgeting.
• Process driven, analytical and methodical with a passion to drive continuous improvement.

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. 

Sound like you? Please click the apply button to submit your application and resume.

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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.

To find out more about us, visit www.linfox.com