Transport Operations Manager / Sales Croft Transport Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Transport Operations Manager / Sales
Croft Transport Services Pty Ltd
Wingfield, Adelaide SA
$95,000 – $110,000 + Super
Salary negotiable depending on experience
Are you an experienced transport professional who can manage operations, build strong customer relationships and help grow a business?
Croft Transport is seeking a motivated and commercially mindedTransport Operations Manager / Sales professionalto join our close-knit team in Wingfield.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who understands transport operations, enjoys working with drivers and customers, and can identify opportunities to secure new work and grow existing accounts.
You may come from transport, logistics, construction, precast concrete, manufacturing, industrial services or a similar operational setting.
What matters most is your ability to manage daily transport requirements, communicate effectively and take ownership of results.
About Croft Transport
Croft Transport is an established South Australian transport company providing local, regional and interstate transport services.
Our fleet supports a wide range of industries, including construction, precast concrete, manufacturing, general freight and industrial services.
As our business continues to grow, we are looking for an experienced person who can strengthen our operations, support our drivers and help expand our customer base.
About the Role
This position combines daily transport operations, customer service, staff management and sales.
Your responsibilities will include:




Coordinating and allocating daily transport work
Managing scheduling, driver movements and customer requirements
Supporting, supervising and communicating with drivers
Monitoring daily operations to ensure jobs are completed safely and efficiently
Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing customers
Identifying new sales opportunities and securing additional transport work
Following up leads, preparing quotations and presenting transport solutions
Working closely with customers to resolve operational issues
Improving operational efficiency, fleet utilisation and service delivery
Assisting with recruitment, training and performance management of drivers
Ensuring safety, compliance and Chain of Responsibility requirements are followed
Working closely with senior management on business growth and operational strategy
Assisting with practical operational tasks when required
What You'll Need to Be Successful
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
Previous experience in transport, logistics, fleet operations, precast concrete, construction materials, manufacturing or a similar industry
Experience coordinating trucks, drivers and daily transport operations
Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
Experience in sales,



business development or account management
The ability to identify and secure new business opportunities
Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
Commercial awareness and an understanding of transport costs and profitability
A practical and hands-on approach to management
The ability to work autonomously and take ownership of responsibilities
A strong understanding of safety, compliance and Chain of Responsibility obligations
The ability to remain calm and make decisions in a fast-paced environment
A current Australian driver's licence
Existing transport industry contacts or experience within the construction, precast or general freight industries will be highly regarded.
Why Join Croft Transport?
This is an opportunity to play an important role in the continued growth of an established South Australian transport company.
You will receive:
A competitive salary package
Superannuation
A fully maintained company vehicle
Genuine autonomy and decision‐making responsibility
The opportunity to improve and develop transport operations
The ability to earn trust and grow into a senior leadership position
A varied role combining operations, driver management, customer relationships and sales
Support from an experienced and committed management team
The satisfaction of helping grow a respected South Australian transport business
This is not purely an office‐based position.
We are looking for someone who is willing to be involved in the operation, support the team and assist wherever required.
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📌 Transport Operations Manager / Sales (Adelaide)
🏢 Croft Transport
📍 Adelaide