Operations Manager - Freight Forwarding in Brisbane

Operations Manager - Freight Forwarding in Brisbane

Brisbane Full-Time On-site
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Our client is a fast-growing specialist in time critical logistics. They move urgent, high-value freight around the world for customers in sectors where downtime costs serious money. Global reach, premium service, and a genuine around-the-clock operation.

They are now looking for an Operations Manager to take ownership of day-to-day operations in Brisbane.

Our client is a fast-growing specialist in time critical logistics. They move urgent, high-value freight around the world for customers in sectors where downtime costs serious money. Global reach, premium service, and a genuine around-the-clock operation.

They are now looking for an Operations Manager to take ownership of day-to-day operations in Brisbane.

The role

  • Lead and run daily operations across urgent international air freight movements
  • Manage shipments end to end: bookings, routing, customs coordination, delivery
  • Make fast calls under pressure when timelines are tight and stakes are high
  • Build and coach a small operations team as the business grows
  • Own service quality, keep customers informed, and solve problems before they escape
  • Improve processes and systems to support rapid growth

About you

  • Solid freight forwarding operations background, ideally with strong air freight exposure
  • Experience running urgent or express shipments and working to hard deadlines
  • Comfortable in a 24/7 environment where things move quickly
  • CargoWise experience highly regarded
  • Hands-on leader who stays calm under pressure and gets things done
  • Strong communicator with customers, carriers and agents

Why this role

  • Join a growing business at a stage where you can shape how operations run
  • Genuine variety, no two days the same
  • Work with a premium service offering, not commodity freight
  • Competitive salary package on offer

Operations Manager - Freight Forwarding in Brisbane employer: LogiHire Pty Ltd

As an Operations Coordinator with our client, you'll be part of a dynamic and young team in Brisbane that thrives on the excitement of time-critical aviation logistics. The company fosters a supportive work culture where your contributions are recognised, offering genuine opportunities for growth and development in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on interesting and varied work, you'll see the impact of your efforts daily while enjoying the unique advantage of working in a sector that few get to experience.

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Contact Details:

LogiHire Pty Ltd Recruitment Team