State Transport Manager - NSW

Why join DHL Supply Chain?

At DHL Supply Chain, we don’t just move goods - we power global supply chains.

As the world’s leading contract logistics provider, we combine global scale, cutting-edge technology, and local expertise to deliver smarter transport solutions. In Australia, we’re proud to be a Great Place to Work® certified organisation, where people, performance, and purpose go hand in hand.

This is more than a role - it’s a career-defining leadership opportunity to influence state-wide operations, elevate performance, and drive meaningful change.

The Opportunity:

Lead transformation. Drive performance. Shape the future of transport.

We’re seeking a State Transport Manager (NSW) to lead a complex, high-volume, state of the art transport operation.

This is a transformational leadership role - you will unify operations, drive performance uplift, and build a high-performing, safety-first culture across pallet, carton, and linehaul networks.

You’ll operate at both strategic and operational levels, owning performance outcomes across service, cost, safety, and customer experience.

What you’ll be accountable for:

Lead state-wide transport operations, ensuring seamless execution across multi-shift (AM/PM/Night) environments

Drive operational excellence across DIFOT, cost per kilometre, asset utilisation, and service performance

Deliver cultural transformation, embedding accountability, collaboration, and DHL leadership behaviours

Optimise network performance, including routing efficiencies across pallet, carton, and linehaul operations

Champion safety and compliance, with full accountability for CoR, NHVAS, WHS and Dangerous Goods

Build high-performing teams, coaching leaders, lifting capability, and managing performance proactively

Partner with customers and stakeholders, strengthening relationships and delivering consistently high service outcomes

Lead continuous improvement and innovation, leveraging data, systems and automation to enhance efficiency

About you:

You’re a results-driven, commercially astute transport leader who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments.

Experience & expertise

Extensive leadership experience in transport, logistics or supply chain operations

Strong background in multi-site, high-volume transport networks

Proven track record improving routing efficiency, cost performance, and service delivery

Deep understanding of Australian transport networks and distribution channels

Expertise in Chain of Responsibility (CoR), NHVAS, WHS and compliance frameworks

Experience managing fleet + subcontractor models

Leadership style

Transformational leader – able to unite teams and drive change

Data-driven and analytical, with strong commercial acumen

Safety-first mindset – non-negotiable

Customer-centric, building trusted partnerships

Resilient and accountable, performing under pressure

Passionate about developing people and building capability

What we offer

A high-impact leadership role with state-wide responsibility

Opportunity to shape and transform operations at scale

Access to industry-leading technology and systems

A strong focus on career development and progression

A collaborative, inclusive culture where your leadership truly matters

Join us and play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, cultural transformation, and customer success across NSW.