Senior Manager

About Us:

Proudly independent and family-owned, Cochrane's Transport is South Australia's leading express parcel and transport service provider.

Recognised as one of South Australia's Top 100 Companies, we operate a fleet of 250 vehicles, generate an annual turnover of $80 million, and employ a dedicated team of over 300. With our headquarters in Gillman and regional depots in Port Augusta, Whyalla, Port Pirie, Kadina, Clare, Berri, Victor Harbor along with the best regional agent network in

South Australia, we provide next-day express freight services across metro and regional SA, as well as to Broken Hill and Mildura.

We're growing fast — and we're looking for a high-impact leader to grow with us.

About the Role:

Reporting to the COO, the Senior Manager is a key part of our operational leadership team, overseeing the performance, people, and strategic direction of our Adelaide based facility and network.

This role is more than just operations — it's about leading with sharp instincts, a clear head for strategy, and a genuine heart for people. You'll care deeply about the growth of your team and your region. You won't shy away from challenges, and you'll have a sharp eye for quality, safety, and opportunity.

You'll thrive on building trusted relationships with your team, peers, and our valued customers — and you'll know how to turn good into great through consistent action.

About You:

You're a seasoned transport and logistics leader with a solid operational toolkit and a passion for developing people. You bring clarity, accountability, and calm to the chaos. You've got both the credibility to lead from the front and the humility to listen, learn, and collaborate.

Here's what we're looking for:

• Proven experience in Transport, Logistics, or a related operational mid to senior level leadership role.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to guide, coach, and hold people accountable.
• A mindset of continuous improvement — always looking to lift performance, cost efficiency, and service levels
• Sound judgment, strong decision-making, and calm under pressure
• Tech-savvy with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and modern logistics systems
• A strong commitment to safety and operational excellence
• Relevant tertiary qualifications is desirable (but not essential)

What We Offer:

• 13.5% Superannuation
• Salary in line with what you bring to the team
• Real opportunity for personal growth and career growth in a business on the move
• Support from a passionate, experienced executive team
• A role where your impact can be immediate, is visible and valued.

Ready to take the next step?

If you're ready to lead from the front, empower others, and help shape the future of logistics in South Australia, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch