Join Chalkwest – An Aboriginal-owned Independent Budget Franchisee
Chalkwest is proud to be the first Aboriginal-owned Budget Rent a Car franchisee within the Avis Budget Group.
With over 25 years of local history and a fleet of more than 1,200 vehicles across Western Australia, we are committed to delivering exceptional customer service while creating meaningful employment and training opportunities for Aboriginal people.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced and driven
Branch Manager
to lead our Head Office branch in Belmont, WA.
In line with Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act **** (WA), Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
About the Role
This is not a sit-back management role.
As Branch Manager, you will own the performance of the Belmont branch—leading your team, driving operational excellence, and actively growing the business.
You'll oversee both front-of-house customer service and workshop operations, ensuring the branch runs efficiently while delivering a consistently high-quality customer experience.
You'll also play a key role externally—building relationships, identifying opportunities, and representing Chalkwest in the local community and business network.
This role offers a high level of autonomy and suits a proactive leader who takes initiative, drives standards, and delivers results.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Performance
Lead, coach, and develop a team across customer service and workshop operations
Create a strong, accountable, and high-performing team culture
Ensure clear expectations, consistent standards, and ongoing feedback
Operations & Fleet Management
Own the day-to-day performance of the branch, including service delivery and efficiency
Maximise fleet availability through solid coordination between front counter and workshop
Oversee vehicle utilisation, maintenance scheduling, and turnaround times
Ensure compliance with company policies,



safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Business Growth & Community Engagement
Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the local market
Attend relevant networking events and represent Chalkwest in the community
Drive local initiatives to increase revenue, utilisation, and customer retention
Performance & Continuous Improvement
Take accountability for branch performance, including revenue and operational outcomes
Monitor results, set targets, and implement improvements
Identify process gaps and drive initiatives to improve efficiency and service quality
Contribute to fortnightly management meetings with insights, updates, and ideas
What Success Looks Like
The branch consistently meets or exceeds revenue and utilisation targets
Strong local relationships generate repeat and referral business
The team is engaged, accountable, and performing at a high level
Fleet availability is optimised with minimal downtime
Customers receive a reliable, high-quality experience every time
About You
You're not just a manager—you're a doer, a problem-solver, and a driver of results.
You bring:
Proven experience leading teams
A proactive, self-driven mindset with a strong sense of ownership
The ability to balance people leadership with commercial outcomes
Confidence in building relationships and generating business opportunities
Strong organisational and communication skills
The ability to make decisions, solve problems, and drive change
Experience in car rental, automotive, or fleet-based operations is highly regarded.
What We Offer
A leadership role with real autonomy and impact
A growing, purpose-driven organisation
Inclusive and supportive team culture
Career progression opportunities
The opportunity to contribute to meaningful Aboriginal employment outcomes
Competitive salary + performance incentives
Apply Now
If you're a hands-on leader who can build teams, grow business, and drive performance—we'd love to hear from you.

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