We are seeking an experienced and capable Operations Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day coordination and management of our freight and transport operations.

This is a permanent full-time role based in Oamaru with guaranteed  40 hours per week, with remuneration between $40 to $50 per hour based on your experience.

This is a hands-on operational management role suited to someone with strong experience in transport, freight, fleet or logistics operations. You will be responsible for overseeing drivers and vehicles, managing transport schedules, overseeing fleet maintenance and compliance, monitoring operational performance, and ensuring freight is delivered safely and efficiently.

 

About the Role

As Operations Manager, you will oversee the effective operation of our transport function and provide day-to-day operational direction to drivers and other transport staff.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Planning, organising and overseeing daily freight and transport operations.
  • Developing transport schedules and allocating vehicles and drivers according to operational requirements.
  • Monitoring transport activities and responding to delays, breakdowns and changing customer requirements.
  • Overseeing the utilisation and availability of the company’s vehicle fleet.
  • Coordinating vehicle servicing, maintenance, repairs and inspections.
  • Monitoring vehicle condition, fuel consumption and operating performance.
  • Reviewing fleet utilisation and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency.
  • Maintaining accurate transport, driver and fleet records.
  • Preparing operational reports covering delivery performance, fleet utilisation, maintenance, incidents and costs.
  • Recommending practical improvements to transport operations.

About You

To be successful in this role, you should have:

  • A relevant Diploma or higher qualification preferred but not essential
  • At least three years of industry experience
  • Clean NZ drivers Licence
  • Good practical knowledge of commercial transport and freight operations.
  • Strong planning, scheduling and organisational skills.
  • Experience coordinating vehicles, drivers and operational requirements.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to monitor operational costs, performance and fleet efficiency.

 

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who can take ownership of the transport operation, make sound operational decisions and maintain effective coordination between drivers, vehicles, customers and service providers.

The successful candidate will be practical, organised and dependable, with the ability to keep transport operations running safely, efficiently and on schedule.

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following question(s):

  • Are you a New Zealand citizen, or current resident visa holder?
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