At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead teams, improve systems, and ensure smooth daily operations.
- Company: Established Canberra business with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent full-time role, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy diverse challenges with no two days the same.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic environment while leading and mentoring teams.
- Qualifications: Experience in operations management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Are you an experienced operations professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys leading teams, improving systems and keeping operations running smoothly? We are seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to oversee daily logistics, fleet coordination, staff management and operational performance within a well-established Canberra business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone from transport, waste management, logistics, warehouse operations, construction, or service delivery industries looking for a long-term leadership role with genuine impact.
About the Role
Reporting into senior management, you will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, coordinating staff and vehicles, maintaining high safety standards, improving efficiencies and ensuring exceptional customer service delivery. This role is suited to someone who enjoys balancing leadership, planning, problem solving and being actively involved in operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate drivers, warehouse staff and daily operational schedules
- Allocate vehicles, runs and workloads efficiently
- Lead, mentor and support operational teams
- Conduct toolbox meetings and drive workplace safety initiatives
- Manage fleet maintenance, servicing schedules and vehicle tracking systems
- Oversee depot operations, stock levels and equipment maintenance
- Maintain compliance with workplace policies and legislative requirements
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Assist with identifying growth opportunities and improving operational efficiencies
- Respond proactively to staffing, scheduling and operational challenges
- Participate in operational duties when required
To Be Successful You Will Have
- Demonstrated experience in operations management, logistics, transport or similar industries
- Strong people leadership and staff management capability
- Experience coordinating fleets, scheduling or service delivery teams
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise competing demands
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Safety-focused mindset with commitment to compliance and continuous improvement
- Current MR Licence (or willingness to obtain if applicable)
- Sound computer skills and ability to learn internal systems quickly
What's on Offer
- Permanent full-time opportunity
- Leadership position with autonomy and responsibility
- Stable, established Canberra business
- Diverse role with no two days the same
- Supportive team environment
- Long-term career development opportunities
If you enjoy leading people, solving problems and driving operational success, we would love to hear from you.
Operations Manager in Canberra employer: Express Employment Professionals
Express Employment Professionals is an exceptional employer that values its employees by fostering a supportive and collaborative team culture in the heart of Canberra. With a focus on long-term career stability, this role as a Workshop Administrator offers autonomy and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a well-established business that supports essential services. Employees are encouraged to grow and contribute to a safe and efficient workshop environment where their efforts are genuinely appreciated.
Contact Details:
Express Employment Professionals Recruitment Team
