Transport Operations Manager

4 weeks ago


New Zealand Team Recruitment Full time

Are you an experienced professional in the transport industry looking for a senior leadership role? We have an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated individual to will play a crucial role in supporting the branch managers across the nationwide network.

This is a senior role with significant responsibilities, requiring strong leadership, problem-solving skills, and industry expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with the National Operations Manager to develop and implement operational strategies that align with the company's objectives.
- Provide guidance and support to branch managers, assisting them in managing day-to-day operations, optimising resource allocation, and improving operational efficiency.
- Monitor performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective measures.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting best practices and implementing innovative solutions to enhance operational processes.

We're looking for the following attributes:

- Proven experience in the transport or logistics industry, with a deep understanding of operational processes and challenges.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels of the organisation.
- Analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
- Sound knowledge of safety regulations, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.

This role will require a significant amount of nationwide travel, and when you're not travelling you'll need to be based in Auckland.

On offer is a very competitive salary package including company vehicle and other benefits

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