Regional Manager

Are you an experienced operations leader ready to make a meaningful impact in public transport across NSW? We're seeking a strong, capable **Regional Manager** to take the lead in managing our Region 6 depots (Kingsgrove, Tempe, Burwood and Leichhardt), driving performance, safety, and service delivery excellence.

**About the Role**

In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee the operational efficiency of our depots—including drivers, mechanics, and admin teams—ensuring compliance with Transport for NSW requirements and upholding our company’s high standards in safety, service, and staff management.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead and implement strategic initiatives for Region 6 in line with NSW operational goals.
- Motivate and manage a high-performing team of depot managers, drivers, mechanics, and admin staff.
- Ensure contractual, safety, and compliance obligations with Transport for NSW are met.
- Oversee performance management, resource planning, and training across all locations.
- Drive a strong safety-first culture and lead serious incident response.
- Maximise service and maintenance efficiency to meet KPIs and budget objectives.
- Promote continuous improvement through audits, reviews, and long-term planning.

**The benefits of joining the team**:
At Transit Systems, we value our people. Here's what you'll gain by joining us:

- ** Competitive salary package**:

- ** Health & Wellbeing Support** - Access free, confidential counselling services and wellness resources
- ** COMPASS Values Culture** - Be part of a team driven by safety, innovation, and customer service
- ** Employee Travel Discounts** - Save up to 25% on SeaLink Marine & Tourism products, including Captain Cook Cruises
- ** Paid Time Off** - Enjoy annual leave, personal days, and sick leave

**About You**

You’re an experienced operational leader with the ability to lead complex teams and navigate high-stakes environments. You can balance frontline decision-making with a strategic mindset and bring energy, professionalism, and integrity to everything you do.

**Required**:

- Experience managing large transport/logistics operations
- Strong leadership, people management, and communication skills
- Knowledge of public transport contracts and regulatory requirements
- Analytical skills with a focus on planning, budgeting, and compliance
- Excellent time management and performance under pressure

**Highly Desirable**:

- Qualifications in Management, Logistics, or a related field
- Experience in working with government stakeholders
- Proven ability to foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

**Workplace Culture**

At our core, we believe in **safety, service, and accountability**. We’re committed to building a workplace where leadership, operational excellence, and personal growth go hand in hand. As Regional Manager, you’ll play a critical role in shaping that culture every day.

**Travel & Flexibility**

This role will require regular travel across Region 6 depots and occasional interstate engagement.

**Ready to lead?**

**About Us**

In partnership with Government, Transit Systems NSW innovates, designs and delivers public transport solutions that attract customers because they are easy to use, reliable, convenient and safe. To ensure ease of use, we deliver integrated bus services and transport networks, intelligently easing road congestion and increasing a city’s sustainability and liveability.

Transit Systems NSW is part of Kelsian Group Limited, Australia’s largest integrated land and marine, tourism and public transport service provider with established international operations in London and Singapore. With approximately 9000 employees, we are one of Australia’s most experienced and diverse multi-modal transport businesses operating around 4000 buses, 120 ferries and 24 light rail vehicles, carrying over 207 million customers where they need to go.