Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.
What does the job look like?
Linfox partners with Australia’s leading Resources and Industrial organisations to deliver safe, reliable and specialised logistics services across the country. We are seeking a Regional Operations Manager to lead our Pilbara teams and champion operational excellence for our customers.
Reporting to the State Transport Manager, you will be accountable for safety, operational performance, financial outcomes and customer service across the region. You will work closely with major global customers, delivering efficient long‑distance transport solutions and supporting their ability to move products to market. This role is available on a 5/2, 4/3 FIFO roster or as a Port Hedland residential position.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead a strong safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with Chain of Responsibility and all quality, customer and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee operational performance across a geographically diverse network, driving improvement, innovation and capacity planning.
- Provide effective commercial leadership across a significant portfolio of accounts, ensuring services meet contractual commitments and cost discipline is maintained.
- Manage and develop operational leaders, subcontractors and frontline teams to build high‑performing and engaged workforces.
- Strengthen customer relationships through proactive communication, issue resolution, new customer integration and identification of growth opportunities.
- Develop operating budgets, analyse resource utilisation, optimise routes, and ensure effective management of fleet, maintenance and subcontractor performance.
- Implement and embed policies, procedures and continuous improvement initiatives.
Are you the one?
You are an experienced operations leader with a strong background in transport, logistics or supply chain. You thrive in fast‑paced, complex environments and bring a practical, solutions‑focused leadership style.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to build trusted relationships and manage supply contracts.
- Proven ability to lead and develop diverse teams to achieve high performance.
- Solid understanding of financial drivers, cost control and operational budgeting.
- A process‑driven, analytical and methodical approach with a passion for continuous improvement.
What's in it for me?
- 12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees
- Career development opportunities and mentoring programs
- Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being
- The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact
At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply. .
Sound like you? Please click the apply button to submit your application and resume.
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Further information
You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.
To find out more about opportunities at Linfox, visit www.linfox.com/careers
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