Vawdrey is Australia's leading manufacturer of high-quality semi-trailers and heavy transport solutions.
We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute NSW State Manager to take full ownership of our New South Wales operation, leading sales growth, workshop performance, parts operations, customer relationships, and overall branch profitability.
This is a unique opportunity for a hands‐on leader who understands the heavy vehicle industry from the ground up.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for a genuine industry leader who has progressed from a hands‐on workshop or production background into senior management.
You understand the operational realities of a heavy vehicle, manufacturing, or service environment and combine this experience with strong commercial acumen, customer relationship management skills, and a proven ability to lead high‐performing teams while driving sustainable business growth and profitability.
About the Role
Reporting to senior leadership, you will have full responsibility for the strategic and operational performance of the NSW branch.
With complete P&L; accountability, you will oversee:
New and used trailer sales.
Workshop service, repairs and maintenance operations
Spare parts sales and inventory management
Customer service and after‐sales support
Safety, compliance and facility management
Team leadership, coaching and performance
This role requires a balance of commercial acumen and operational leadership, with the ability to move seamlessly between customer meetings, sales strategy, workshop operations and financial management.
What You'll Bring
Essential Experience
5+ years' experience leading a branch, region or business unit within:




Heavy vehicles
Transport equipment
Trailer manufacturing
Automotive OEM
Truck or equipment servicing operations
Strong commercial and financial management capability
Proven leadership experience with direct P&L; responsibility
Demonstrated success managing customer relationships and driving revenue growth.
Experience leading workshop and operational teams.
Highly Desirable
Trade qualification in Diesel Mechanics, Heavy Vehicles, Fabrication, Welding or a related discipline
Experience within the trailer manufacturing sector.
Understanding of heavy vehicle repairs, maintenance and aftermarket parts operations
Existing network across transport, logistics or fleet customers
Success in This Role Looks Like
Achieving branch EBIT and profitability targets
Growing equipment sales and market share
Improving workshop productivity and turnaround times
Expanding parts revenue and inventory performance
Delivering exceptional customer outcomes
Building an engaged, accountable and high‐performing team
Why Join Vawdrey?
Lead one of the industry's most respected brands.
Genuine autonomy with full state responsibility
Executive‐level influence and visibility
Strong support from a national leadership team
Opportunity to shape growth across NSW.
Market-competitive salary package, including vehicle and incentive structure.
If you've come from the workshop floor, understand the transport industry, and have developed into a commercially driven business leader, we'd love to hear from you.
For a copy of the Position Description or to discuss the opportunity further, contact Jo Ellerman on **************
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📌 Nsw State Manager -Sales Service & Parts (Sydney)
🏢 Chandler Macleod
📍 Sydney