Opportunity to Lead a High-Performing Transport Operation
DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading contract logistics provider, delivering innovative transport and supply chain solutions across a diverse range of industries.
We're looking for a Transport Operations Manager to lead our PM transport operation at Derrimut.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a critical transport function, lead an established team, drive operational performance, and make a real impact within a global logistics leader.
If you're a hands-on transport leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing people, improving processes, and delivering outstanding customer outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
As the PM Shift Transport Operations Manager, you will lead the safe, efficient, and successful delivery of our Linehaul and Pick Up & Delivery operations.
You'll be empowered to make decisions, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and lead a high-performing team while ensuring service, safety, productivity, and customer expectations are consistently achieved.
Shift:Monday to Friday, 2:00pm to 10:30pm
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop an established transport operations team
Oversee daily Linehaul, pallet, carton and PUD activities
Drive service, safety and operational performance outcomes
Manage transport routing efficiencies and resource utilisation
Build strong relationships across operational and customer teams
Lead and embed continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with Chain of Responsibility (CoR), WHS and fatigue management requirements
Monitor, analyse and report on operational KPIs
Facilitate effective communication and operational handovers between PM and AM teams
Drive accountability and foster a positive, high-performance culture
Why Join DHL Supply Chain?
At DHL Supply Chain, our people are at the heart of everything we do.




We are committed to providing our leaders with the tools, support and opportunities needed to build rewarding careers.
What We Offer
Annual bonus opportunities and merit-based salary reviews
Global career development and progression opportunities
World-class leadership and professional development programs
Access to Perkbox and a wide range of retail discounts
Employee recognition programs and site engagement initiatives
A diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace culture
The opportunity to lead a key transport operation within a market-leading organisation
About You
You are an experienced transport leader with a proven ability to lead teams, drive performance and build strong operational cultures.
To Be Successful, You Will Bring
Experience leading transport, distribution or logistics operations
A proven track record developing and mentoring high-performing teams
Strong knowledge of transport routing, planning and operational efficiencies
Experience leading change and continuous improvement initiatives
Sound understanding of the Victorian transport network and distribution environment
Strong commercial and analytical capability with a focus on results
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Knowledge of Chain of Responsibility (CoR), fatigue management, WHS and industrial relations within transport operations
Linehaul operations experience highly regarded
The ability to make sound decisions in a agile and fast-paced environment
Ready to Take the Next Step?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a global industry leader and play a key role in shaping transport operations while leading a committed and established team.
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📌 Transport Operations Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Dhl Group
📍 Melbourne