Centurion is a premier logistics company with a long-standing reputation for excellence in transportation services across Australia. Founded in 1971, we provide nationwide service with 34 branches across Western Australia, Queensland, Northern Territory, South Australia and Victoria.

Position

Branch Operations Manager – Newman, WA

About the Role

We seek a dedicated and experienced Branch Operations Manager to lead a diversified team in delivering safe, cost‑productive, and reliable freight distribution throughout the East Pilbara. The role involves ensuring best‑practice service delivery, cost control, branch growth, and asset utilization.

Key Responsibilities

- Ensure compliance with all relevant client site requirements.
- Implement growth strategies for local hire and return freight capacity.
- Explore cost‑saving measures for the operations teams.
- Oversee daily operations for on‑time last‑mile delivery to client sites in the East Pilbara.
- Recruit, schedule and roster to suit branch demand.
- Maintain and manage branch profit and loss.
- Meet and exceed all relevant KPIs as agreed with Area Manager NW.
- Commercial cost management for the branch.
- Establish and manage relationships with key customers, potential customers, suppliers and subcontractors.
- Provide operational contractual ownership of nominated contracts.
- Ensure appropriate policies, procedures and organisation structures are in place to support customer delivery expectations and compliance.




- Manage direct reports by monitoring performance, identifying training needs, and managing staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage.
- Implement and manage compliance with HSEQ Management Plan(s).
- Make decisions with strong acumen and in line with budgetary guidelines, ensuring solid results through P/L.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

- Minimum 5 years' experience in a leadership role, ideally in the resources and transport industry.
- Tertiary qualification in Management or other relevant discipline, or extensive industry experience.
- Knowledge of Road Transport Compliance, WA fatigue management procedures and maintenance management.
- Advanced knowledge of road networks and locations, together with substantial experience in managing a general freight operation.
- Proven experience managing a large team within a complex operation.
- Advanced financial and budgeting skills with proven planning and project management skills.

Why Join Centurion

- Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Benefits including health insurance discounts.
- Part of a company that values safety, integrity, and excellence.

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and encourage applications from women and First Nations People.

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