At Best Freight Services we pursue relationship selling with the main intention of forming long-term positive business relationships with clients. A focus on compliance and safety standards is a continual driving force for the business and Best Freight Services prides itself on valuing its workforce and ensuring driver well-being is at the centre of their operations.

Best Freight Services Pty Ltd is known for our uniquely designed and manufactured vehicles allowing us to provide our clients with services and better pricing that our competitors cannot. Because of our diversity we can also provide a faster and more professional service.

We are looking for a dedicated Fleet Manager to oversee fleet operations, ensuring optimal efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness. This role requires strong leadership skills, strategic planning, and a deep understanding of transport logistics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth.
• The chance to be part of a forward-thinking, technology-driven company.

Task & responsibilities

• Organizing the purchase and maintenance of transport vehicles, equipment and fuel
• Liaising with clients to determine requirements and providing customers with advice and information regarding vehicles, obligations and handling complaints
• Receiving orders and bookings, and planning and implementing transportation schedules
• Arranging collection and delivery of vehicles
• Maintaining business records and preparing operational statements and reports
• Oversee the hiring and training of drivers, and ensure that they are properly qualified and certified
• Ensure that all drivers and operators have the correct, up to date qualification
• Ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations
• Schedule daily and weekly fleet rosters
• Track orders using functional systems (e.g. tracking software)
• Monitor the performance of the transport fleet and identify areas for improvement
• Ensure daily and weekly documents are properly filed
• Report on maintenance and repair needs for vehicles and equipment
• Research and suggest cost-effective methods
• Conduct regular safety audits on trucks and agitators
• Organize training sessions for employees (e.g., proper use of Agitators, Safetyequipment’s and handling of hazardous
• Keep organized records of vehicles, schedules and completed orders
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safety procedures
• Stay up to date with safety regulations, the latest technologies and trends in transport industry.

Qualification & experience

• Diploma in Business or Leadership Management
• Proven work experience as a Fleet Manager, Transportation Manager, or similar role for 1-2 years
• Solid knowledge of supply and fleet management
• Experience preparing and tracking vehicles
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to supervise and train staff
• Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills.
• Quantitative ability.
• Attention to detail.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.