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Play a key role in supporting the Australian economy.Discounted food, travel, entertainment, gym membership, staff parking and, + more.Join a values-driven team that delivers meaningful work, every single day.CompanyFor 81 years, we''ve achieved success through our ability to innovate, placing a clear emphasis on how we best serve our customers'' needs. As demand continues to grow, we have expanded rapidly, now delivering a superior range of dry goods, frozen and chilled products, fresh seafood and meat, confectionery, paper products, and cleaning solutions.In recent years, we''ve seen significant growth and invested in our systems and processes, building a close partnership with Woolworths Group that has continued to deliver high-quality service for our customers and suppliers.In 2024, Woolworths moved to a 100% interest in the PFD business, bringing PFD exciting opportunities as a strategic part of the Group. Sharing expertise across both teams will ensure our continued success and drive further growth and unlock our collective potential.About this PositionWe''re on the lookout for a handson, servicefocused Transport Manager to lead our transport operations and a team of 70+ dedicated drivers at our Knoxfield Distribution Centre. This is not your average deskbound role it''s an opportunity to lead from the front, build relationships, and make a real impact on the daily lives of our customers and drivers.If you thrive in fastpaced environments, enjoy building strong, respectful working relationships, and want to be part of a supportive, highperforming team this could be the next big step in your transport career.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team Management: Oversee and support 70 drivers and a scheduling team across a 7day transport operation.Service Excellence: Collaborate closely with Customer Service and Warehouse teams to ensure delivery standards, driver support, and timely execution.Compliance & Safety: Own all aspects of Chain of Responsibility (COR), driver hours, food safety regulations, vehicle servicing, driver audits, and WorkSafe audits.Operational Oversight: Lead a team of AM/PM supervisors to ensure efficient scheduling, routing, and execution of multidrop deliveries across the network.Problem Solving & Urgency: Step in and step up when needed if a driver calls in sick or a truck breaks down, you''re the one keeping the show on the road.Relationship Building: Build trust with your driver team and other internal departments we value empathy, communication, and respect.Continuous Improvement: Be part of exciting change we''re working on smarter routing, reducing atfault incidents, improving fleet longevity, and leveraging technology for better outcomes.What Success Looks Like (612 months)Strong safety and compliance culture embedded across the transport department.Drivers feel supported and respected.Minimal service failures just seamless delivery experiences.Improved scheduling and routing efficiencies.Operational collaboration is humming across the site.Customers are happy, our fleet is running safely, and your team feels proud to be here.What We''re Looking ForTo thrive in this role, you will bring:Proven experience managing largescale transport operations, ideally with multidrop deliveries and fleet servicing.Sound knowledge of COR, OH&S, HACCP, and safe cold chain logistics.Experience leading teams in a fastpaced, servicedriven environment.The ability to manage competing priorities, think on your feet, and make confident decisions.Flexible, proactive, and comfortable rolling up your sleeves you''re as comfortable in the truck yard as you are in a meeting.A genuine people leader who listens, communicates, and can confidently have the tough conversations when needed.A commitment to doing the right thing for your team, our customers, and the business.What PFD is Offering the Successful CandidateWe are offering competitive remuneration, superannuation and other staff benefits (such as discounts on staff purchases, discounted accommodation, health insurance and banking).We''re not just about moving stock we''re about moving businesses forward. With 1300 customers relying on us daily, this role is at the heart of our success. You''ll work with a passionate team that gets things done, celebrates milestones, and supports one another like family. From ad hoc BBQs to daily driver updates and birthday shoutouts, culture is a big deal here.Important DetailsLocation: Based onsite in Knoxfield local candidates or those living nearby strongly preferred.Hours: Flexibility is essential operations run 4am7pm, with the occasional 10am start.Schedule partnership: You''ll partner with a SundayThursday Scheduler and weekend Supervisors to ensure 7day transport coverage (you won''t need to be onsite weekends, unless it''s urgent).Leadership & communication: Regular comms, performance conversations, and handson leadership are part of your toolkit.Cold chain experience: Cold chain/temperaturecontrolled delivery experience is highly regarded.Culture & ValuesCustomer FocusKnow your external and internal customers. Gain and preserve their confidence because we can only be successful if our customers are successful.RespectTreat people at work and in the community as they would like to be treated. Act safely, responsibly, and ethically.PassionShare the passion of making us a successful and dynamic company. Let''s celebrate successes.SimplicityLet''s minimise the complications of doing business so customer services are on time, accurate and reliable. Share ideas to improve our company.LeadershipAll of us can be leaders in our day to day working lives. Bring out the best in yourself and the people around you. Do what you say you are going to do.How to ApplyApply now and bring your leadership, grit, and heart to a company that values service, safety, and people. If this sounds like your kind of challenge, we''d love to hear from you! Click the apply button and submit your updated resume and a cover letter.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated confidentially.As part of our recruitment process, do you consent to undergoing employment checks? These may include a medical assessment (which may involve drug and alcohol testing), a National Police History Check, a Working With Children/Vulnerable Groups Check, and a Licence Validation/Demerit Point Check.Please note: We do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies or third parties. Any CVs sent directly to Line Managers will not be considered, and we will not be responsible for any associated fees or costs.PFD Food Services is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr