Operations Manager Day & Afternoon Shift

Operations Manager - Day & Afternoon Shift

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Work type: Full Time
Location: Melbourne - North Melbourne - West Melbourne - Inner

2 opportunities available. Lead logistics operations at Laverton. Build a new team drive safety & performance. Own this newly created role.

• Lead daily site operations in a growing steel logistics network
• Roles have genuine influence and customer impact AM & PM Available
• Grow your career with a fast paced future focused national logistics leader

About the role:

Visy Logistics is expanding rapidly as we grow our national construction and steel logistics capability. To support this next phase we are seeking two driven handson Operations Managers to lead daily execution at our customer site in Laverton.

This role is at the centre of our VIC construction logistics network and is responsible for ensuring safe operations effective driver and fleet management strong compliance performance and reliable customer service.

You will oversee daily transport and yard operations coordinating fleet drivers subcontractors and schedules to deliver safe efficient and high-performing outcomes. Working closely with planning teams and customer representatives you will help build a disciplined and dependable operation aligned to our commitment of logistics done differently.

What youll do:

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Lead daily transport and site operations ensuring safe driver supervision and effective fleet utilisation
• Manage company and subcontractor fleet assets to meet operational and customer requirements
• Support contract mobilisation including setting up processes yard flow and fleet readiness
• Assist with recruiting and onboarding new drivers and subcontractors aligned with training compliance and loadrestraint requirements
• Maintain full compliance with safety CoR regulatory and site standards
• Oversee scheduling manifests loading activities and yard control across road and rail
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry across compliance regulatory and internal systems
• Deliver strong customer service and help achieve industryleading DIFOT performance
• Manage driver rosters performance and operational communications
• Support incident reporting investigations and corrective actions
• Provide operational reporting and support afterhours issues when required

What youll bring:

Youre a safetyfocused transport professional with strong operational experience and a passion for delivering reliable compliant and efficient outcomes. You thrive in fastpaced environments balancing competing priorities while maintaining a calm solutionsoriented approach.

Youll also bring:

• Proven experience in transport fleet supervision or logistics operations (3PL preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of safety CoR fatigue load restraint and mass compliance
• Demonstrated ability to manage interpret and report on P&L performance including identifying key cost and revenue levers to drive commercial outcomes.
• Strong commercial mindset with capability to optimise fleet utilisation control overtime exposure and balance operational efficiency with customer requirements.
• Experience using TMS platforms (MT Data or similar) and digital reporting systems
• Solid understanding of transport equipment and vehicle types; PBS/HC/MC exposure advantageous
• Steel or construction logistics experience highly regarded
• Strong attention to detail and auditing discipline across safety and compliance
• Clear confident communication skills across drivers subcontractors customers and stakeholders
• Organised and adaptable with strong problem-solving capability
• HC license is desirable for operational support and fleet movements

What youll love when you join us

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Salary sacrificed novated leasing
• Health wealth and lifestyle benefits
• Career development opportunities
• Be part of a dynamic industry with strong future growth

About Visy Logistics:

At Visy Logistics we dont just move freight - we move industries forward. As part of one of Australias most sustainable and innovative businesses we provide our people with the stability of a major employer and the opportunity to make a real impact every day. Offering a range of logistics services from warehousing contract logistics linehaul intermodal transport global freight forwarding and bulk logistics we do logistics differently. Join a team that delivers reliable safe and efficient transport solutions - backed by a national network and a strong commitment to our customers communities and the planet.

Ready to hit the road with us Apply now and start your journey toward a fulfilling career!

You will be required to meet Visys employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

These roles are only open to candidates currently residing in Australia with full working rights.

Advertised: 24 Feb 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 28 Mar 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time