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QLD State Manager

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Australia , Brisbane

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150000.00 AUD / Year
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Lead the operation. Own the outcomes. Shape the future. This is a genuine State Manager role with real authority, not a title role weighed down by red tape. We’re partnering with a well-established national transport and logistics business with decades of market presence and a strong reputation for safety, compliance, and long-term customer relationships. The Queensland operation is a critical part of the national network, and they’re now looking for an experienced State Manager to take full ownership of performance, people, and profitability across the state.

Job Responsibility:

  • Full P&L ownership for the Queensland operation
  • Leading and developing operational leaders, staff, and contractor drivers
  • Ensuring DIFOT, service levels, and customer expectations are consistently met
  • Driving cost control, productivity, and operational efficiency
  • Managing compliance across fatigue, Chain of Responsibility, safety, and legislation
  • Building strong, trusted relationships with key customers and suppliers
  • Improving systems, processes, and performance through continuous improvement

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a State Manager, Senior Operations Manager, or similar
  • Strong background in transport, logistics, or distribution environments
  • Commercially minded with solid financial and P&L understanding
  • Comfortable leading both employees and contractors
  • High standards around safety, compliance, and people leadership
  • Calm under pressure, decisive, and solutions-focused
  • Applicants must be based in Australia with relevant local transport and logistics experience
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Job Posted:
January 03, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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