About the role
As the Operations Manager – Pick Up & Delivery (PUD), you'll lead the day-to-day operations of a busy bulk freight distribution network, ensuring the safe, efficient and on-time movement of palletised freight across the Perth and regional networks.
Leading a team of frontline leaders, Drivers, Dockhands and operational employees, you'll be accountable for delivering exceptional service, driving operational performance and creating a strong safety culture across a fast-paced, high-volume freight operation.
Working closely with Linehaul, Customer Service and Branch leadership, you'll ensure freight is moved safely, efficiently and cost-effectively while meeting customer expectations.
What you'll be doing
Lead the daily Pick Up & Delivery operation, ensuring safe, efficient and on-time collection and delivery of palletised freight.
Drive performance across safety, DIFOT, productivity, fleet utilisation and operational cost.
Lead, coach and develop Supervisors and frontline operational teams to build capability and accountability.
Optimise labour, fleet and operational resources to meet daily freight volumes and customer commitments.
Ensure compliance with Chain of Responsibility (CoR), NHVR requirements, fatigue management and all workplace safety obligations.
Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities to improve service, productivity and cost.
Partner with Linehaul, Fleet, Customer Service and other operational leaders to optimise freight flow across the network.
Lead investigations into safety incidents, service failures and customer escalations, implementing sustainable corrective actions.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement, customer focus and operational excellence.
What you'll bring
Demonstrated leadership experience managing high-volume transport, freight or logistics operations.
Experience leading Pick Up & Delivery, bulk freight or palletised freight operations within a fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to lead and develop large frontline, blue-collar and unionised workforces.
Strong operational and commercial acumen with experience managing productivity, labour, fleet performance and service delivery.
Sound knowledge of Chain of Responsibility (CoR), NHVR legislation, fatigue management and transport compliance.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication and problem-solving skills.
A proactive, hands-on leadership style with a passion for safety, continuous improvement and delivering outstanding customer outcomes.
About Team Global Express
Team Global Express (TGE) is an Australian-owned transport and logistics business delivering to Australia and New Zealand. We’re not only transforming our operations but striving towards changing the logistics industry and becoming an Environmental, Social, and Governance leader by 2030. To learn more about our story, visit https://teamglobalexp.com/.
Why TGE
We care about our customers, our people, and our planet. We are always innovating and improving our services. We are driven by passion and purpose, and we never stop.
What we offer
Competitive salary above industry standards
Upskilling, training, mentoring and more to support your career development journey
Fun and practical employee perks and discounts
Flexible work, including work from home
Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers
Peer recognition awards acknowledge when you go above and beyond.
An inclusive workplace, works for everyone
We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. Team Global Express acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia and the Māori, as tangata whenua and Treaty of Waitangi partners in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Our recruitment process
Applying for a job starts with an online application form, from there you may be invited to complete an online assessment followed by a virtual or in person interview. The last step is undergoing pre-employment checks, which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment including fitness to work and drug & alcohol screening.
Other things to note
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TGE is listed as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies of 2023 and 2024 in Australia.
Skills Required
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing high-volume transport, freight or logistics operations
- Experience leading Pick Up & Delivery, bulk freight or palletised freight operations
- Proven ability to lead and develop large frontline, blue-collar and unionised workforces
- Experience managing productivity, labour, fleet performance and service delivery
- Sound knowledge of Chain of Responsibility (CoR), NHVR legislation, fatigue management and transport compliance
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and problem-solving skills
- Proactive, hands-on leadership style with a focus on safety and continuous improvement
- Lead investigations into safety incidents, service failures and customer escalations and implement corrective actions
- Undergo pre-employment checks including criminal history check and medical assessment including fitness to work and drug & alcohol screening
What We Do
United by our fundamental goal to provide superior customer experiences and operational excellence, Team Global Express is excited to step forward under new ownership, Allegro Funds. Backed by an unrivalled and seamless network, Team Global Express builds unique, innovative and tailored solutions across road, rail, air and sea; providing transport, logistics, and business solutions to customers throughout Australia and New Zealand. By exploring how businesses continue to deliver in a changing world, Team Global Express is determined to play our pivotal part in the pandemic-proof economic recovery of Australia and New Zealand. Through engaging, listening and sharing with our customers, Team Global Express strives to deliver exceptional experiences, putting your business at the heart of ours. About our new owners: Allegro Funds is Australia’s most awarded and largest transformation and turnaround private equity firm. Allegro provides Transformational Capital—applying capital, expertise and a distinctly hands-on approach—to invest in businesses and reposition them for sustained long term growth. Over the past 20 years, Allegro has demonstrated a strong track record or partnering with management teams and key stakeholders to build better businesses and create enduring value
