Fleet & Commercial Manager

Company Description

Neptune Pacific Direct Line (NPDL) is experiencing a period of significant transformation. Formed in 2020, Neptune Pacific Line acquired Pacific Direct Line, bringing together two of the South Pacific's top shipping and logistics companies to support the full supply chain of our customers in the region. NPDL is part of The Wonderful Company headquartered in Los Angeles, CA. Its other companies include FIJI Water, JUSTIN and Landmark Vineyards, Wonderful Citrus, Wonderful Pistachios, Teleflora, POM Wonderful and Suterra.

This role sits within our Pacific Bulk Fuel (PBF) business, which provides specialist fuel storage and movement solutions across New Zealand, Fiji and Singapore. PBF manages a dedicated fleet, oversees key commercial partnerships and upholds strict compliance and safety standards to ensure dependable service throughout the region. As part of the wider NPDL network, PBF plays a vital part in keeping essential supply chains operating efficiently and responsibly.

Job Description

As Fleet and Commercial Manager for our Pacific Bulk Fuel (PBF) business, you will oversee the efficient, safe and cost-effective management of our specialised fuel fleet across New Zealand, Fiji and Singapore. This position plays an essential role in maintaining operational excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting commercial performance across the PBF network.

You will manage day to day fleet activity, including lease agreements, unit movements, repairs and maintenance, testing schedules and asset optimisation. A key part of the role involves monitoring fleet utilisation, tracking units across multiple hubs and ensuring all equipment meets required standards.

You will also manage supplier and customer agreements, ensuring service levels, pricing and compliance obligations are met. As the PBF Health and Safety Champion, you will maintain safety documentation, support audit readiness and investigate incidents as required.

The role includes responsibility for reporting, budgeting and forecasting, working closely with the wider team to deliver accurate monthly updates and annual plans. You will foster positive relationships with internal teams and external partners, representing PBF professionally and seeking opportunities to improve operational and commercial outcomes.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience in a similar fleet or commercial management role.
• Strong background in fleet operations, asset management and supplier management.
• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting and cost management.
• Strong organisational and managerial capability, with the ability to work in a fast paced and highly regulated environment.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements within fleet or operational settings.

Skills

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements relating to fleet management and workplace health and safety.
• Confident communication and relationship management skills.
• Strong problem solving ability and comfort working across multiple tasks and priorities.
• Solid understanding of system transactions, databases and inventory or fleet management software. CargoWise experience is an advantage.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office capability.
• Ability to adapt to changing requirements and remain open to learning and development.
• Experience with dangerous goods compliance is beneficial but not essential.

Additional Information

Our NPDL Contribution:

• Competitive benefits package (salary plus bonus)
• Hybrid working model
• Opportunity for development and internal mobility
• Wonderful Neighbour - spend a day in the community helping with various service projects
• Company focused on wellness and health

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