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Add expected salary to your profile for insightsKTrans are a Western Australian family owned and operated transport and logistics business operating from our modern facilities across multiple locations in Kenwick, Welshpool, Kwinana and the Pilbara with a focus of providing quality end-to-end transport, warehousing and logistics solutions for our business partners.With our continued growth we are seeking a highly capable and experiencedHead of Transport and Logisticsto lead all aspects of our transport and logistics operations. This role is critical to the continued success of the KTrans business, managing the safe and efficient delivery of our contract logistics and fleet operations, ensuring compliance with national transport regulations, and driving new commercial opportunities all whilst aligning to the KTrans Five Pillars Values ofDISCIPLINE | LOYALTY | ACCOUNTABILITY | HONESTY | PRIDE.As part of our Senior Leadership Team you will be responsible for guiding our Operations and Logistics teams to provide best in class service to our tier 1 clients while also assisting in shaping the future of the KTrans business.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, manage, and optimise the performance of the Transport and Logistics division.Lead Customer engagement activities and contractual performanceOversee day-to-day operations of the Transport and Logistics functionsEnsure compliance with all relevant legislation, particularly CoR and NHVR regulations.Build and maintain a strong pipeline of external transport opportunities.Develop and implement systems, processes, and technology to improve performance across our businessCultivate industry relationships and networks to enable new business development and diversificatioDrive a safety-first culture throughout the transport and logistics team.Prepare and manage transport budgets, forecasts, and performance reporting.Coach and mentor a multi-functional team to deliver high quality service.Work closely with the EGM to align transport strategy with broader business objectives.Key RequirementsMinimum 10 years experience in transport and logistics operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.Extensive experience managing large fleets, with specific expertise in multi-faceted supply chainsDemonstrated understanding and application of the Australian transport regulations, including Chain of Responsibility (CoR) and NHVR legislation.Strong commercial acumen and proven ability to generate new revenue streams outside of internal operations.Demonstrated capability in systemising and scaling transport operations for growth, whilst operating in an efficient manner with a focus on high utilisation of our quality people and assets.Outstanding leadership and team management skills, with a hands-on and solutions-focused approach.Previous customer management experience working in transport, mining or heavy industries.High level of autonomy, initiative, and accountability.Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement abilities.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent industry certifications (desirable).The BenefitsAn established and fast growing West Australian private and family-owned business with competitive rates and benefits packageA great team culture and a positive sense of its valuesProfessional developmental opportunitiesReward and Recognition programSalary Sacrifice and Novated Leasing optionsProfessional Financial Advice available through Picture WealthEmployee Assistance ProgramHow to apply & what is the process?If you would like to be considered to join the team, please apply with your most updated resume and ensure all relevant tickets and licences are listed.The selection process for this role will include interview, psychometric assessment and compliance review.KTrans are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from Women, Australian Defence Force Veterans and Indigenous and Torres Strait Islanders.We would like to encourage people of all ages, backgrounds and cultures to apply!No recruitment agencies please.How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:How many years'' experience do you have in the logistics, freight & delivery services industry? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? What''s the largest size team you have managed? How many years'' experience do you have as a Head of Transport? Do you have multi drop delivery experience? Do you have a current Australian driver''s licence? How many years of people management experience do you have? What''s your expected annual base salary?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr