Centurion is seeking a high-impact Regional Manager – South Queensland to take ownership of operational performance across a critical region. This is a senior leadership role where you’ll drive efficiency, lead high-performing teams, and deliver reliable, profitable freight outcomes.

You will be accountable for the overall success of the South Queensland region - ensuring our network operates safely, efficiently, and in line with business strategy.

What You’ll Do

Operational Leadership

- Lead and mentor Branch Operations Managers and regional teams to deliver consistent, high-performance outcomes
- Drive execution of operational plans, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Oversee scan compliance, invoicing accuracy, and service delivery standards
- Partner with Business Development to support regional growth initiatives

Financial Performance

- Deliver against budget and drive profitability across the region
- Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives without compromising service
- Optimise asset utilisation and manage labour efficiency across operations
- Collaborate with maintenance teams to reduce asset and equipment costs

People & Culture

- Build a strong, engaged and high-performing culture aligned to Centurion’s RIPPA values
- Lead performance reviews, succession planning, and capability development
- Identify training needs and ensure operational competency across all teams

Safety & Compliance

- Lead from the front on safety, driving strong HSE performance across the region
- Manage TRIFR, CIFR and critical risk metrics to achieve targets
- Ensure compliance with CRAs, toolbox talks, inspections and incident management processes
- Foster a proactive safety culture across all sites





What You Bring

- Proven leadership experience in transport, logistics, or supply chain environments
- Robust operational and commercial acumen with a track record of delivering results
- Experience managing large, multi-site operations and leading leaders
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to drive change, continuous improvement, and accountability
- Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Business Management or similar (or equivalent industry experience)

Why Join Centurion?

- Lead a key region within one of Australia’s largest privately-owned logistics providers
- Influence strategy, performance, and growth across a critical network
- Work with a business that values safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Be part of a culture built on RIPPA values and strong leadership

Company Overview:

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

How to Apply:

If you’re a driven leader ready to take ownership of a high-performing region and make a real impact - we want to hear from you. Click Apply now.

For more information, please contact [email protected]

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join a leader in the transportation industry! We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from women and First Nations People.

Please note that we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies. Direct applicants only.

📌 Regional Manager - South QLD (Queensland)
🏢 Centurion
📍 Queensland