Job Description

Lineage is the world's largest temperature-controlled industrial REIT and logistics solutions provider, with a global network of over 400 facilities, spanning 25 countries across North & South America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.

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Working a Lineage is not just a job - it's an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of the Lineage team, you are a critical link in the food supply chain.

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The Asia-Pacific region currently includes Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and Singapore employing nearly 3000 team members.

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Position Details

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We're now looking to appoint an experienced Operations Manager, Transport NSW to lead our NSW Transport operation based in Lurnea.

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This is a pivotal and influential role where you'll be responsible for supporting operational performance, developing a high-performing team, strengthening customer partnerships and ensuring the protected, compliant and efficient delivery of transport services across the state.

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About the Role

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Reporting to the Transport Manager NSW, you will oversee the day-to-day transport operation while directing continuous improvement, service excellence and sustainable growth.

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You'll support a diverse transport team and work closely with customers, contractors and internal stakeholders to deliver outstanding operational outcomes.

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Key responsibilities include:

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- Helping transport operations to achieve outstanding safety, service and financial performance
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- Influencing DIFOT, productivity and customer satisfaction outcomes
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- Overseeing transport planning, allocation, fleet utilisation and operational workflows
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- Developing effective relationships with customers, subcontractors and key stakeholders
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- Ensuring compliance with Chain of Responsibility (CoR), NHVR, fatigue and mass management requirements
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- Inspiring and developing a high-performing team through coaching, mentoring and performance management
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- Creating continuous improvement initiatives across safety, service and operational efficiency
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- Monitoring transport assets and maintenance programs to ensure safe and reliable operations
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- Supporting commercial growth opportunities that align with business objectives and strategy.
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About You

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We're looking for a people-focused operational leader who thrives in fast-paced logistics environments and knows how to balance customer expectations, operational efficiency and team engagement.

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You'll bring:

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- Proven experience within transport, logistics or 3PL operations
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- An impressive background of improving transport operations within a cold chain or temperature-sensitive environment
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- In-Depth knowledge of CoR, NHVR and transport compliance requirements
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- Success in managing operational budgets, KPIs and performance reporting
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- A demonstrated ability to support, coach and develop medium-sized teams
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- Outstanding customer relationship management and problem-solving skills
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- Experience working within food safety, HACCP or regulated environments
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- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and organisational skills
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- Recognised systems capability, including TMS, WMS and Microsoft Office.
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The Opportunity

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At Lineage, you'll join a business that is rapidly growing and committed to investing in its people, technology and operations.

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You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact while working alongside passionate professionals who are united by a common purpose.

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Our values guide everything we do:

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Safe. Trust. Respect. Innovation. Bold. Servant Leadership.

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Why Lineage?

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Lineage is more than just a cold storage logistics business. We're focused on being a vibrant, innovative and progressive employer where all our teams work safely, harmoniously and efficiently toward a common purpose - transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world.

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Lineage is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic work environment and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

📌 Operations Manager, Transport NSW (New South Wales)
🏢 Lineage
📍 New South Wales