Dav Transport Limited is a dynamic and growing company specialising in household relocations and commercial deliveries across New Zealand. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and operational excellence, we are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Transport Operations Manager to lead and manage our transport and logistics function across our transport divisions. 

 

This senior role is responsible for providing operational leadership to regional Transport Services Managers, overseeing fleet operations, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws, safety standards, and company objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

    • Lead and oversee day-to-day transport operations across different divisions, including fleet scheduling, route optimisation, and logistics coordination
    • Supervise and provide strategic direction to regional Transport Services Managers and operational teams

    • Develop and implement national transport policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and key performance indicators (KPIs)

    • Manage departmental budgets, control costs, and identify process improvements

    • Monitor compliance with New Zealand transport regulations, health and safety standards, and company policies

    • Liaise with clients, logistics providers, and suppliers to ensure service expectations are consistently met

    • Ensure accurate record keeping of vehicle maintenance, delivery schedules, and transport documentation

    • Lead risk assessment and contingency planning for transport operations

    • Report to director on performance, planning, and business continuity strategies

Skills and Experience Required:

  • Proven experience of atleast 5 years in a senior transport, supply chain, or logistics management role

  • Excellent leadership, planning, and decision-making abilities

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities

  • Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation skills

  • Sound commercial and financial management capability

  • Proficient in transport management systems and reporting tools

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a dynamic and supportive team

  • Full time permanent, min. 30 hours per week

  • Opportunity to lead and grow within a successful and expanding business

  • Competitive salary package and potential for career progression


Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your eligibility for the role. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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