Fleet Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION:

GS Kalsi Pty Ltd is a transport and logistics business based at 32 Field Crescent, Greenbank QLD 4124. We provide reliable freight and transport services to customers across South East Queensland and interstate.

We are seeking an experienced Fleet Manager to join our team on a permanent full-time basis. The successful candidate will plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the operation of our vehicle fleet, ensuring safe, compliant, efficient and cost-effective transport services.

Key responsibilities

· Plan, schedule and coordinate vehicle routes, driver rosters and daily fleet operations.

· Monitor fleet performance, fuel usage, utilisation and operating costs.

· Develop and manage the fleet budget and report on fleet costs to the Director.

· Organise preventive maintenance, servicing, repairs, registrations and inspections of vehicles.

· Ensure compliance with Heavy Vehicle National Law, Chain of Responsibility, fatigue management, mass and load restraint requirements.

· Maintain fleet records, driver logbooks, licences, accreditation and compliance documentation.

· Select, induct, supervise and train drivers and fleet staff.

· Liaise with customers, suppliers, workshops and insurers, and negotiate contracts for fleet services.

· Investigate incidents, breakdowns and customer complaints, and implement corrective actions.

· Implement and monitor workplace health and safety procedures across fleet operations.

Skills and experience

· Relevant qualification in transport, logistics, fleet or business management, or equivalent experience.

· At least 1 year of full-time experience as a Fleet Manager or in a similar transport management role.

· Sound knowledge of Heavy Vehicle National Law, Chain of Responsibility and NHVR requirements.

· Experience with fleet scheduling, GPS tracking or fleet management systems.

· Strong budgeting, cost control and reporting skills.

· Ability to lead and manage drivers and coordinate operations under time pressure.

· Good communication, negotiation, organisation and problem-solving skills.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

· Current Australian driver licence.

Attributes

· An AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree in Logistics, Transport Management, Business or a related field is preferred.

· Applicants without a formal qualification may be considered if they have at least three years of relevant full-time experience in fleet or transport management.

· Experience planning and coordinating the daily operation of a commercial vehicle fleet is required.

· Knowledge of vehicle maintenance planning, servicing schedules and asset management is preferred.

· Ability to analyse fleet data, control operating costs and prepare management reports is required.

· Ability to supervise drivers, allocate work and maintain a professional working environment is required.

· Knowledge of transport compliance, fatigue management and workplace health and safety requirements is essential.

· Committed to safe work practices and compliance with all applicable transport laws and regulations.

Job type: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule: 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday (some flexibility required)

Ability to commute/relocate: Reliably commute to Greenbank QLD 4124 or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Salary: $80,000-$82,000 annually plus superannuation

Work authorization: Australia (Preferred)