TRANSPORT SUPERVISOR THE COMPANY This privately owned business has earned a strong reputation for delivering high-quality mushrooms with consistent reliability. With one of Queensland’s top growing facilities, the company prides itself on a skilled team, strict cleanliness and compliance standards, and well-controlled operations that ensure premium mushrooms reach your table fresh and ready to enjoy. THE ROLE - TRANSPORT SUPERVISOR Due to internal movement, we are now seeking an excellent Transport Supervisor to join their operations to undertake a range of transport activities across the state. These activities will include but not be limited to: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead, supervise, and support a team of 3-5 truck drivers. Conduct daily driver briefings and debriefings. Monitor driver performance, attendance, and compliance. Create and manage daily transport schedules and delivery runs. Ensure efficient allocation of drivers and vehicles to meet operational needs. Monitor traffic, weather, and road conditions to adjust plans as necessary. Ensure all transport activities comply with Chain of Responsibility (CoR), fatigue management, and NHVR regulations. Maintain driver records including licences, medicals, and training compliance. Conduct regular vehicle checks and ensure pre-starts are completed. Oversee maintenance scheduling and service records for the fleet. Report and follow up on vehicle faults, defects, and breakdowns. Coordinate repairs, servicing, and vehicle replacements with MMQ Maintenance & external providers. Drive company vehicles as required, especially during peak times or to assist with workload. Cover any driver shift in the event of absenteeism, including early starts, late finishes, or weekend work, as required. ESSENTIAL SKILLS Demonstrated experience in industry or a similar role Transport Supervisor Experience Sound knowledge of defined state specific suburbs, demonstrating the ability to manage allocation and a solid understanding of FMS (Freight Management Systems) and routing software Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships Demonstrated experience in improving engagement levels demonstrating a good cultural fit with team, and customers. Demonstrated ability to respond in a rapidly evolving and pressured environment Ability to work co-operatively and effectively within the team and the organisation Ability to manage multiple tasks with conflicting demands simultaneously, solve problems, manage and meet deadlines and maintain a high quality of work Excellent written and verbal communications skills Strong customer experience focus and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive situations Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving ability Ready to Apply? If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Hit Apply Now with your resume, or contact Hans Swartz – Director of People Group Recruitment on 0406 045 525 for a confidential chat. Please Note: People Group Recruitment is only accepting applications from candidates CURRENTLY RESIDING IN AUSTRALIA who have the relevant LOCAL skills and experience required for this role. We DO NOT recruit for roles that offer sponsorship, internships, graduate programs, or entry-level positions.
