Transport Manager

Posted: 05/06/2025

Closing Date: 27/06/2025

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: WA Forrestfield

Job Category: Logistics, Supply & Transport

**Company Description**

Rail to road, dry freight, refrigerated or bulk, SCT Logistics provides Australia’s most efficient and independent freight services. Established in 1974 by Peter Smith, SCT is now a national, multi-modal transport and logistics company. In June 1995 SCT Logistics became the first private rail operator to commence services on the interstate rail network which coincided with the completion of the standardisation of the rail gauge track between the states in Australia.

The SCT Logistics is a rapidly growing company, which prides itself on being a leader in the logistics field. Our objective is to be the leading supply chain partner in the market with a focus on safety, service, quality and sustainability.

**Why SCT?**
At SCT we offer a collaborative and inclusive work culture that is built on; Safety, Passion, Integrity, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork. We understand that our values enable us to better understand and serve our customers, attract top talent (like you) and innovate successfully.
Along with a competitive remuneration package we also offer:

- Development and growth opportunities
- Employee Recognition and Rewards Programs
- Flexible working arrangements
- Top up of government paid parental leave for the first six weeks
- Grandparent Leave
- Novated leasing and salary packaging
- 24/7 Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite car park
- Dress for your day policy

To learn more about these initiatives please visit our Careers Page

**The State Transport Manager holds strategic and operational responsibility for the end-to-end transport function within Western Australia. This senior leadership role ensures the effective management of people, fleet, resources, compliance, safety, and cost, while driving performance, service delivery, and continuous improvement across all transport functions.***:
**Leadership & Strategy**:

- Lead WA’s transport strategy aligned with national goals and commercial outcomes.
- Develop and implement initiatives to enhance service delivery, reduce cost, and improve fleet efficiency.
- Provide strategic oversight for all freight operations to meet customer delivery requirements.
- Participate in Capex and budgeting processes to support transport department outcomes.

**People Management**:

- Lead, coach, and mentor a high-performing team of Managers, Supervisors, Planners, and Drivers.
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and high performance.
- Partner with People & Culture on recruitment, workforce planning, and performance management.
- Support team development through mentoring, coaching, and standards-setting.

**Operational Management**:

- Manage transport KPIs, service levels, and delivery performance.
- Drive continuous improvement of processes, procedures, and fleet utilisation.
- Ensure resource allocation, staffing, and subcontractor use align with workload and budgets.
- Liaise with customers on service issues, requirements, and delivery expectations.

**Financial Management**:

- Monitor and manage costs within approved budget limits.
- Ensure labour and asset utilisation is efficient and cost-effective.
- Analyse equipment use and develop strategies for optimal load and cost efficiency.

**Safety, Compliance & WHS**:

- Lead a proactive safety culture with a focus on injury prevention and compliance.
- Ensure safe work practices, fleet licensing, equipment maintenance, and repairs.
- Participate in WHS activities including toolbox meetings, risk assessments, and inspections.
- Support return-to-work processes for injured staff and uphold environmental compliance.

**Customer & Stakeholder Engagement**:

- Respond to service queries and manage transport-related complaints.
- Provide leadership to freight coordination and local distribution teams to meet customer expectations.

**Desired Skills and Experience**:
**Desireable Qualifications**:

- Diploma or higher in Transport & Logistics, Business, or related discipline.
- Experience in heavy vehicle transport (e.g., linehaul, interstate freight).

**Skills and Experience**:

- Minimum 5 years’ experience in transport/logistics operations, with at least 3 years in a management role.
- High level of leadership ability
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A strong focus on customer service
- Exceptional attention to detail and maintain a sustained level of concentration in a high risk fast paced environment
- Experience using the SAP system
- Experience implementing new systems / process
- Experience in a freight scanning environment
- COR knoweldge

**Personal Qualities**:

- A proactive attitude with a high degree of initiative and a positive approach
- The desire to perform the job function with the highest level of professionalism, safety initiative and eagerness to reach the overall common goal.