Branch Manager

Posted: 27/10/2025

Closing Date: 30/11/2025

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: TAS Burnie

Job Category: Logistics, Supply & Transport

Company Description

CRE Solutions is a proudly Australian-owned and operated logistics company delivering tailored transport and logistics solutions since 2007. Now part of SCT Logistics, CRE combines local expertise with the strength of Australia's largest privately owned rail and freight logistics company.

Our mission is to establish ourselves as an industry leader providing our customers with high quality ideal logistics solutions in an honest and ethical environment.

Why CRE?

At CRE we believe our people are our greatest asset and we're committed to supporting their success with a strong focus on safety, wellbeing and development.

When you join CRE you'll enjoy:

• Competitive remuneration
• 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

Job Description

CRE Solutions is currently on the search for a Branch Manager based in our site in Burnie, Tasmania

Reporting to the Head of Logistics based in SCT's head office in Altona (VIC), the position is responsible for performing the following in a timely, accurate and efficient manner;

• Developing and executing an operational strategy for the Trans-Bass network aligned to our national priorities and long-term vision.
• Building an adaptable team capable of delivering current operational needs while positioning for future growth.
• Representing CRE at relevant industry forums and government bodies to advocate for business interests and build partnerships.
• Owning profit and loss outcomes, proactively identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Negotiating contract terms and rates with shipping lines.
• Applying risk-based decision-making to protect and grow the business.
• Providing governance and oversight of safety audits, incident investigations and corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.
• Leading workforce and resource planning to meet service delivery requirements effectively.
• Standardizing processes across regions or sites to ensure consistent, high-quality customer outcomes.
• Promoting a positive, inclusive workplace culture aligned with SCT and CRE values and wellbeing.

Desired Skills and Experience

Essential

• Drivers License
• Minimum 5 years of management experience, preferably within the Transport & Logistics sector.
• Demonstrated strong leadership capabilities with the ability to inspire and develop teams.
• Proven track record in identifying sales opportunities, building relationships, negotiating profitable outcomes and closing deals.
• Strong experience in developing, implementing and maintaining Chain of Responsibility (CoR) compliance strategies.
• Sound understanding of cost analysis, financial management, and resource planning.

Desirable

• Tertiary qualifications in disciplines such as Business Management, Business Administration, Commerce or Logistics.

Other important information

• We reserve the right to commence recruitment proceedings prior to the stated closing date.
• The successful candidate will have to undertake an Australian Federal Police check and Pre-Employment Medical (for certain roles) which will be arranged and paid for by CRE
• Recruitment companies, need not apply

CRE is an equal opportunity employer and we recognise the value and importance of diversity. We encourage all potential applicants to apply including women and those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds.