Autocare Services is one of Australia’s largest and most experienced automotive logistics supply chain companies, specialising in versatile and diversified solutions for the processing, storage and transportation of motor vehicles. Built on more than 50 years of industry experience, we provide an integrated supply chain solution from shore to door. While we have the scale expected of a market leader, it is the care we take that sets us apart.

About the role

We are looking for a Business Improvement Manager to lead the design and delivery of continuous improvement initiatives across our processing, assembly, transport and logistics operations nationally. Reporting to the GM Operations, you will work closely with site and functional leaders to improve productivity, eliminate waste, standardise critical processes and strengthen operational performance. Using Lean and Operational Excellence methodologies, you will analyse end-to-end value streams, identify root causes and embed measurable, sustainable improvements across the business.

You will:

- Develop and deliver a national Operational Excellence roadmap.
- Lead continuous improvement programs across processing, assembly, transport and logistics operations.
- Apply Lean, 5S, Kaizen, or similar related business methodologies
- Identify and eliminate waste across labour, inventory, movement, transport, waiting, defects and rework.
- Improve fleet and carrier utilisation, load planning, scheduling, turnaround times and service reliability.
- Facilitate process mapping, root cause analysis and structured problem-solving workshops.
- Develop KPI dashboards, visual controls and daily performance management systems.
- Establish clear baselines,



targets and benefit-tracking measures for improvement initiatives.
- Coach site managers and frontline leaders in Lean thinking and continuous improvement.
- Partner with Operations, Transport, Safety, Commercial, Finance, Human Resources and IT to implement sustainable change.

A Lean Six Sigma qualification will be highly regarded.

About you

You are a practical and influential improvement leader who can think strategically while remaining hands-on in operational environments.

You bring:

- Proven experience leading operational improvement in manufacturing, assembly, transport, logistics or industrial environments.
- Strong practical knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.
- Demonstrated success delivering measurable productivity, cost, quality, service and waste-reduction outcomes.
- Experience improving transport or logistics performance, including fleet utilisation, planning, scheduling, network efficiency or carrier performance.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate operational data into practical action.
- Experience implementing KPI dashboards, daily management systems and visual workplace controls.
- Strong project, change and stakeholder management capability across multiple sites and functions.
- Excellent facilitation, coaching,



communication and influencing skills.
- A relevant tertiary qualification in engineering, business, operations, supply chain, logistics or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
- A current driver licence and the capacity to travel nationally as required.

A Lean Six Sigma qualification will be highly regarded.

Why this role

This is a highly influential national role with the opportunity to shape how improvement is delivered across Autocare Services. You will partner with operational leaders, solve complex business challenges and deliver measurable improvements in productivity, transport performance, customer service, cost and quality. You will also build the capability of our people, helping make disciplined problem-solving and continuous improvement part of everyday business. If you enjoy turning operational insights into practical, sustainable results, this is an opportunity to make your mark with a national vehicle logistics leader.

Why join us?

The Benefits

Working for Autocare represents a great opportunity to further your career in a high-energy but supportive environment, with opportunities for growth and development and a range of financial and non-financial benefits. We are looking for people who share and live our values of Safety, People, Customer and Performance. Our culture embraces diversity across our workforce, and we encourage everyone to apply.

Next Steps

Are you ready to be part of our future?

Applications close 25th November 2026.

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📌 Business Improvement Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Autocare Services
📍 Melbourne