AddressHere 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 operates Intermodal services across Australia, providing innovative and comprehensive supply chain solutions in multiple industries. As we continue to invest and grow our road and rail footprint to support increased freight demand, we are also looking to grow our team with passionate and dedicated supply chain professionals who share and can deliver our vision of operational excellence. The Operations Manager is an ideal opportunity for someone who demonstrates these qualities.
Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will be well-positioned to assume responsibility for safety, operational, financial and customer service performance throughout the region. You will work in partnership with iconic brands, providing safe and efficient cross-dock, PUD and long-distance logistics services to support Linfox Rail customers. 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 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 utilization, route optimization 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:
- 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 for driving continuous improvement.
At Linfox, we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace where people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), ages, religions, abilities, gender identities and sexual orientations.
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 opportunities at Linfox, visit www.linfox.com/careers
