TRANSPORT SUPERVISOR
JOIN CARTAGE AUSTRALIA’S QUEENSLAND EXPANSION
Cartage Australia is a leading name in the tipper transport
industry, recognised for its commitment to safety, compliance, and
professionalism.
As part of our continued growth throughout Queensland, we
are seeking an experienced Transport Supervisor to lead and support our team of
HC and MC drivers operating predominantly across South East Queensland, with
support to regional and satellite operations as required.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated transport
professional to join an established industry leader and play a key role in
building a high-performing, safety-focused operation while supporting our
continued growth throughout the state.
What’s on Offer
- Full-time
permanent position based in Yatala
- Competitive
salary package
- Company
vehicle, mobile phone and laptop provided
- Opportunity
to be part of a growing Queensland operation
- Travel
to operational sites across Queensland
- Supportive
and experienced management team
- Long-term
career progression opportunities
- Strong
safety-first culture
- Modern
fleet of late-model European trucks
- Opportunity
to make a real impact within a growing business
About the Role
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible
for the day-to-day supervision and support of drivers, ensuring safe, efficient
and compliant transport operations across Queensland.
You will be a hands-on leader who promotes a positive safety
culture, drives operational excellence, and supports both drivers and customers
to achieve the highest standards of service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead,
mentor and support a team of HC and MC drivers
- Manage
fleet maintenance activities with both internal and external stakeholders
- Conduct
driver inductions, training and competency assessments
- Promote
and maintain a strong safety culture across all operations
- Monitor
NHVR, Chain of Responsibility (CoR), Fatigue Management and company
compliance requirements
- Manage
driver performance and provide ongoing coaching and development
- Assist
with incident investigations and corrective actions
- Liaise
with customers, site personnel and management teams
- Support
fleet utilisation, operational planning and resource allocation
- Ensure
company policies and procedures are consistently followed
- Conduct
driver audits, safety inspections and compliance reviews
- Regularly
travel to customer sites, quarries, construction projects and operational
locations throughout Queensland
- Support
the mobilisation of drivers and equipment to new projects and operational
areas
- Identify
opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies
About You
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
✅ Previous experience in a
Transport Supervisor, Driver Supervisor, Leading Hand, Fleet Coordinator, or
similar leadership role
✅ Strong working knowledge of
NHVR regulations, Chain of Responsibility (CoR), and Fatigue Management
requirements
✅ Experience within the tipper,
quarry, bulk haulage, mining, transport, or civil construction sectors
✅ Excellent leadership,
communication, and organisational skills
✅ Ability to build strong
relationships with drivers, customers, and stakeholders
✅ Strong commitment to workplace
health, safety, and compliance
✅ Current HC or MC Licence
(preferred)
✅ Ability and willingness to
travel regularly to operational sites across Queensland, including regional and
remote locations
✅ Ability to pass a
Pre-Employment Medical
✅ Current 5-Year Driving History
Report
✅ Current National Police Check
Highly Regarded
✔ Certificate IV in Transport
& Logistics or a similar qualification
✔ Experience managing driver
compliance systems and fleet management software
✔ Experience supervising
transport operations across regional and remote Queensland
✔ Strong understanding of
quarry, construction, and mining site requirements
Why Work With Cartage Australia?
Cartage Australia is one of Australia’s leading tipper
transport operators, operating one of the newest and safest fleets of European
trucks in the country.
Our reputation has been built on safety, reliability,
professionalism, and strong customer relationships. With decades of success and
exciting expansion throughout Queensland, this is your chance to join a company
that values its people, invests in its fleet and equipment, and provides
genuine career development opportunities.
How to Apply
Click APPLY NOW or send your resume directly to:
📧
careers@cartageaustralia.com
Cartage Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
encourages applications from experienced transport professionals who are
passionate about safety, leadership, and operational excellence.
