Regional Transport Manager - Southern Region

Lead our NSW, VIC and NZ Transport Operation – Drive the success of our circular economy business.

We are looking for a Regional Transport Manager to lead and optimize our transport operations. In this role, you will ensure our regional logistics are safe, compliant, and cost-effective while staying aligned with our national business objectives.

You will be responsible for regional performance, managing fleet and contractor configurations, and overseeing domestic movements. A key part of your role involves elevating our leadership capability – supporting our Transport Managers so they can focus on operational excellence while you ensure regional decisions align with our broader company strategy.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead all domestic transport activities and internal material movements while coaching teams to build leadership depth and succession
• Translate national enterprise transport strategies into effective operations and decision-making.
• Manage the regional fleet configuration and asset ultilisation to ensure optimal asset utilisation and performance.
• Collaborate with Regional Operations and Trading Managers to improve intake performance, service reliability, and margin optimisation.
• Oversee contractor performance, rate discipline and compliance adherence in line with enterprise standards.
• Own the regional freight budget, monitoring spends and implementing cost-management initiative to meet financial targets.
• Establish and track KPIs for service levels, asset utilisation, and operational efficiency to drive continuous improvement.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Over 8 years of experience in transport, mining, ports, or large-scale supply chain, with a deep understanding of heavy industry logistics.
• Proven ability to lead multi-site teams, focusing on coaching, capability development, and building long-term succession depth.
• Demonstrated expertise in managing fleet configurations and contractor portfolios to maximise asset ultilisation and efficiency.
• Experience managing significant freight and spend and influencing P&L performance through rigorous cost management and budget discipline.
• A track record of leading effectively within complex regulated frameworks, ensuring all operations remain safe and compliant.
• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Logistics, or a related field, combined with the ability to balance commercial goals with operational excellence.

In return, we offer:

• A competitive salary and a bonus scheme are on offer.
• Excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career, where you will be supported to build your leadership and management capability.

Interested?

Click "Apply" and upload your cover letter and resume. We look forward to hearing from you!

Applications Close

18 May 2026, 11:25pm

Why Sims?

• Join an environmentally conscious company recognised as the most sustainable corporation in 2024 on Corporate Knights' Global 100 index. We are dedicated to ecologically sound practices, minimising waste, and protecting the environment.
• Parental Leave: Sims is pleased to offer a paid parental leave policy, providing 12 weeks of paid leave for primary carer and 6 weeks for non-primary carer. This benefit is available to parents involved in the birth or adoption of a child, affirming our commitment to supporting employees through major life changes.
• Novated Lease: Enjoy tax-effective vehicle leasing, providing both convenience and savings.
• BUPA Discounts: Access exclusive health insurance discounts for you and your loved ones.
• Prioritise your mental and emotional well-being with confidential counselling and support services through our tailored EAP program.
• Access exclusive superannuation sessions tailored to enhance your understanding and management of superannuation benefits, providing valuable insights and support for your financial well-being.
• Protect your financial security with complimentary salary continuance insurance.

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organisation whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

At sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Pillars of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.