Contract Manager - Transport

Elgas is a leading provider of LPG and related products, services and technical solutions in Australia and across the South Pacific. As market leaders, we are seen as experts in our field, holding the safety of our people and the sustainability of our communities as our top priorities. We respond to change with integrity and innovation, to ensure our customers get performance and reliability from our products and services.

The Contract Manager will manage day to day safety and operational requirements of the fleets. This position is responsible for organizing deliveries to petrol stations in Melbourne VIC and will strive for managing Elgas long haul drivers/contracts whilst ensuring cost effectiveness of runs

Additional responsibilities in this role also include:

• Ensuring all drivers present for shift are in a fit state to perform duties, including no fatigue, and meet all operational requirements including weekly driver/vehicle BFM observation priority audits
• Interact frequently with customers to determine demand and site requirements
• Monitor stock levels, and be responsive to adjust schedules/plans to manage variances, emergencies and other factors that require various approaches including emergency response involving trucks, operators on designated shifts means you have a high degree of flexibility and adaptability to respond to rapidly changing contexts and needs of the business
• Undertaking load scheduling to achieve optimal utilization of fleet and resources 
• Scheduling and implementing a structure for maintaining regular servicing and maintenance of trucks, trailers and you ensure all fleet vehicles have current permits and registrations
• Report all hazards, incident & injuries, and comply with investigations
• Contribute by communicating ideas that would add value to the business through the development of a quality service culture and a focus on teamwork
• Maintain effective communication with staff to ensure that issues and concerns identified are escalated for resolution in a timely manner, including managing human resource functions i.e., leave, performance management support and disciplinary matters
• Availability to all key internal and external customers as required with aim of resolving all customer concerns in a considered and timely manner
• Adherence to delegation of authority and responsible for billing and invoice management

Skills and experience we are looking for:

• Proven experience in transport, logistics or similar industry working in an environment where load/unload activity occurs for DG products
• Prior experience and responsibility for planning, organizing, allocation of trucks, and supervising the work of others
• Leading work safety for self and others including everyone’s accountability is of high priority in this position, you describe and apply safety, compliance standards, and legislation for road transport of DG products
• Strong understanding of principles for identifying and managing hazards and risks in the workplace means you will undertake investigations as required
• Experienced in data entry, you report performance, routine work activity and you are adept at analyzing and evaluating data results.
• Naturally, you apply methods used for planning, scheduling, prioritizing work, problem solving and making sound decisions in a timely manner
• Sound verbal and written communication and computer skills for presenting information in work team and client environments, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and intranet systems
• Ability to work independently and as a leader of a team

Maintain a positive approach to the work environment and remain resilient under pressure

Why you will love working with us

Elgas offers a diverse range of employment opportunities for outstanding team players, including the possibility of career advancement opportunities with BOC and the global Linde Group.

We seek people who want to be part of a team that is proud of its products, and people and provide customers with the best service in the industry.

If being part of a highly motivated team and operating in an inclusive environment, where you have ownership, accountability, and progression, is important to you, then you are on the right track with Elgas. 

'Put your energy to work at Elgas

In order to apply, you must have full work rights in Australia.