Am Operations Manager

Permanent opportunity with an attractive salary package and benefits
- Melbourne Depot. Bring Your Skills. Lead Teams. Make an Impact.
- Career Growth & Training Opportunities Available

**Lead with Purpose. Drive Operational Excellence. Grow Your Career.**

**Why Join Us?**

At Lindsay Transport, we're more than just Australia's largest fresh produce transporter. We also specialise in commercial and retail freight, delivering temperature-sensitive and general freight to major markets, grocery distribution centres, and retail networks nationwide.

As part of the Lindsay Group, we connect regional communities with key markets through innovative logistics solutions and a commitment to safety, integrity, and performance.

**About the Role**

We're seeking a dynamic AM Operations Manager to lead our day shift operations team at our Melbourne Depot. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive performance, ensure safety compliance, and optimise freight movement across our commercial, retail, and fresh produce operations.

**What You'll Bring**

We're looking for a proactive leader with a strong transport background preferably with Retail / FMCG experience that thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about safety and team development.
- **Proven Leadership Experience -** Ability to lead, mentor, and support a diverse team in a fast-paced environment
- **Decision-Making & Problem-Solving -**Confidence to make quick, effective decisions under pressure
- **Team Development & Support -**Strong ability to motivate, train, and manage performance
- **Communication & Collaboration -** Work closely with drivers, allocators, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless operations
- **Industry Knowledge Essential -**preferred knowledge of refrigerated transport industry and understanding of NHVR regulations and safety compliance is an advantage
- **Warehousing Knowledge & Experience** - Strong understanding of fast-moving transport site operations, including transshipping requirements for efficient workflow.
- **Operational Efficiency & Cost Reduction** - Knowledge of key performance indicators (KPIs) and a results-driven approach to improving synergies within depot operations while minimising costs.

**Key Responsibilities**
- **Lead & Manage the Team -**Supervise and support allocators, drivers, and forklift operators to ensure peak performance
- **Foster a High-Performance, Safety -First culture -**Set clear expectations, provide feedback, and drive continuous improvement
- **Ensure Compliance & Safety -**Enforce NHVR regulations, fatigue laws, and company safety policies
- **Optimise Fleet & Logistics Operations -**Coordinate freight movement for efficiency and on-time delivery
- **Resource Allocation & Scheduling -**Ensure the right people, trucks, and equipment are in place to meet demand
- **Process & Performance Improvement -**Maintain high operational standards and implement best practices
- If you thrive in leadership roles and have a passion for the transport industry, we want to hear from you_

**What We Offer**
- Career development and training opportunities
- A supportive, family-oriented culture that values safety and inclusivity
- Recognition for service milestones
- Employee referral and retention bonuses
- Salary packaging options including novated leases
- Discounts with partners like Qantas, Ringers Western, Bridgestone Tyres, and more

**Grow with Lindsay's**
Join a company that values innovation, teamwork, and leadership. If you're ready to make an impact in the transport industry and lead with purpose, we want to hear from you

**Equal Opportunity Employer**
The Lindsay Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.