Snapes Australia | Growth Opportunity | Salary + Vehicle
Lead. Operate. Grow.
Snapes Australia is an established Australian-owned logistics business with a proud history of delivering specialist transport and logistics solutions to some of Australia's leading retail and commercial organisations.
As our Victorian operations continue to grow, we are looking for an
Operations Manager
to join our team and play a key role in the next stage of that growth.
This is a
hands-on operational leadership role
. You won't be sitting behind a desk all day. You'll be actively involved in coordinating transport operations, supporting drivers and warehouse staff, solving problems and making sure our customers receive the high level of service Snapes is known for.
The Opportunity
Reporting to senior management, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of our Victorian business, leading a small team and ensuring jobs are planned, coordinated and completed safely, efficiently and on time.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced
Transport Supervisor, Operations Supervisor, Transport Manager or Operations Manager
who wants greater responsibility and the opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Managing and coordinating daily Victorian transport operations
Leading and supporting a small team of drivers and operational staff
Assisting in the recruitment process for continual growth
Planning transport runs, allocating vehicles and managing resources
Monitoring deliveries and ensuring customer commitments are met
Using transport management systems to plan, track and report on operations




Working closely with drivers, customers, subcontractors and internal teams
Resolving operational issues quickly and professionally
Ensuring vehicles, equipment and operational processes are maintained to a high standard
Supporting compliance with Chain of Responsibility, WHS and company procedures
Monitoring driver performance, productivity and operational efficiency
Assisting with recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management
Identifying opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs and support continued growth
Being prepared to get involved on the floor when required - including forklift and loading/unloading activities
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who
knows transport and knows how to get things done.
You will ideally have:
Previous experience in transport, logistics or distribution operations
Experience managing or supervising a small operational team
Robust working knowledge of a
Transport Management System (TMS)
A current
forklift licence
and the ability to confidently operate a forklift when required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organisational and time-management skills
The ability to remain calm and solutions-focused when things don't go to plan
A practical, hands-on approach to leadership




Good computer skills and confidence working with operational systems and reporting
A strong understanding of workplace health and safety and transport compliance
A genuine commitment to customer service
Experience with Fragile, sensitive freight
HR licence would be highly regarded, as would experience managing heavy vehicles, subcontractors or multi-drop transport operations.
What You'll Get
This is an opportunity to join a business where your contribution will be visible and valued.
We offer:
Market-competitive salary package + company vehicle + phone + laptop
An opportunity to play a key role in the growth of our Victorian operations
A hands-on leadership position with genuine responsibility
A small, supportive team environment
The opportunity to influence how the operation develops
Variety - no two days in transport are the same
Long-term career potential as Snapes Australia continues to grow
Who Will Succeed in This Role?
You'll succeed if you're the person who sees a problem and
gets it sorted
.
You're organized, approachable and comfortable dealing with drivers, customers and management. You can manage a TMS, plan a day's transport, jump on a forklift when needed and have a difficult conversation when required.
Most importantly, you take ownership.
At Snapes, we don't just move freight - we deliver on our promises.
If you're looking for an opportunity where you can make a genuine difference rather than simply manage from behind a desk, we'd like to hear from you.
Snapes Australia - Moving Forward Together.
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📌 Operation Manager - Cranbourne Area - Victoria (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne