Transport Manager QLD
About the role
Join a 2026 AFR BOSS Best Places to Work Gold Winner and 2026 Sustainability Champion recognised by the World Steel Association. Play a key role in shaping our performance across our recycling business.
Reporting to the National Logistics and International Freight Manager, this role is an integral part of the QLD operations team.
The key functional responsibilities of this role are focused towards the maximisation of returns to the business by leading the implementation of Transport and Logisitics strategies / plans and project initiatives for the QLD Recycling Business, while ensuring consistency and alignment with the overall business plan.
You will develop, coach, and champion a continuous improvement culture ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of the transport and logistics function across all QLD Recycling sites.
What you will be doing:
- Execution of the transport planning and scheduling process
- Management of the Transport Team
- Capacity and Sales and Operational planning
- Carrier and fleet performance management
- Transport systems implementation, monitoring and governance to ensure both safety and customer compliance.
- Proactively identify and implement transport initiatives / solutions to ensure timely, reliable, cost effective and safe transport of all products to and from InfraBuild Recycling customers / suppliers
You will be rewarded with:
- Promotional opportunities, long-term career
- Participation in quarterly company Bonus
- Company vehicle and fuel card
Primary Benefits:
We offer a range of benefits designed to support you at work and beyond:
- Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of 1.3 weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
- Paid parental leave that goes further - 20 weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks Partner Leave, plus superannuation contributions during unpaid leave (eligibility applies)
- Health cover at discounted rates - Access corporate rates with nib Health Insurance to support you and your family
- Everyday savings - Access a wide range of employee discounts across major brands including retail, travel and lifestyle
What you will bring:
- 5+ years of logistics management experience ideally in a transport planning environment
- Experience in building and leading teams in a complex, fast paced environment
- Experience in both fleet and carrier management
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of allocating various vehicle types, capacity, specifications, load configuration and load restraint
- Advanced stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills
- Knowledge of SAP, Weighbridge and Waste Edge system advantageous
- Proven capability in problem solving and process improvement with a passion for outcomes
Why join us?
We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.
- Work with a greater purpose - join us on our pursuit of a sustainable future and contribute to our nation’s legacy.
- Work well, live better – experience a safe, supportive and inclusive environment which values you as a whole person and where wellbeing matters.
- Build their own future – grow and drive your own development to grow your skills. Everyday is an opportunity to grow.
About us
InfraBuild Recycling collects and processes scrap to supply our steelmaking operations and global markets.
With a national network of sites, we play a critical role in Australia’s circular steel system, turning scrap into new steel and supporting more efficient, lower embodied carbon construction.
How to apply
We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.
We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Your diversity helps us create more sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia’s future.
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.