Job Description

Liberty Oil Australia has a proud history of truly independent fuel retail and distribution in Australia. We operate a regional network of fuel depots and distribute hundreds of millions of litres of fuel a year, making Liberty one of the largest wholesalers operating across Australia.

The company strives to give the best service, the most reliable supply and the best deal for their customers. Given their history, they know the Australian fuel industry well. They’re long-term players who are proud of their flexibility, their agility and their ability to do whatever it takes to provide the most competitive and most reliable fuel supply to their customers across the country.

Whilst Liberty Oil is owned by Viva Energy Australia, one of Australia’s leading energy companies, it remains at its core an independent wholesale subsidiary with the advantage of being able to obtain support from the broader Viva Energy network.

To manage all transport and Depot operations across NSW with related activities including:

• Managing the safety and welfare of company drivers in alignment with company HSSE and operational expectations.
• Managing transport operations in a safe, reliable and efficient manner which are aligned with the business overall objectives.
• Ensure NSW depots are operated and maintained in strict compliance with Company policies, procedures and all legislative requirements.
• Supporting the growth of the NSW business through the provision of high levels of customer service and ensuring the timely delivery of products aligned with customer needs

Responsibilities Include:

• Ensure the safety of all staff through the strict compliance with Company policies, procedures and all legislative requirements.
• Maintain the safe and reliable operation all company fleet assets aligned with company and legislative requirements.
• Ensure all drivers are fit for duty including medicals and accreditations and have completed all company training in the required timeframes.
• Be the lead role model and promote work, health and safety behaviors and compliance with Liberty’s policies and procedures.
• Promote incident and hazard reporting
• Ensure regular/monthly toolbox meetings are held with employees.
• Conduct and participate in assigned incident investigations and ensure allocated actions are completed within the required timeframe
• Ensure compliance activities are undertaken and monitor quality through random inspections. Provide leadership to a team of drivers, including the provision of support, supervision, training, coaching and development
• Undertake workforce planning activities, including overseeing daily operations and workloads, rostering, scheduling, management of payroll and leave planning.
• Participate in the recruitment, selection and termination processes for operational employees.
• Oversee daily fleet planning to ensure timely completion of customer orders.
• Oversee inbound product supply planning to ensure wet depots are adequately stocked.
• Completion of regular Depot assurance activities as well as supporting planned depot works.

Qualifications

• Three to five years’ experience in an operational management or similar role.
• Have a strong understanding of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulations, inclusive of fatigue, mass and load management, dangerous goods transport and handling legislation.
• Thrive off being a people leader and enjoy managing people.
• Strong decision-making skills and problem solving
• Experienced in conflict and dispute resolution and negotiation skills.
• A true team player
• Solid communication and persuasive skills
• Ability to work calmly when under pressure and dealing with difficult situations
• Excellent planning and organising skills

Additional Information

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leading Oil Company. Benefits to you include:

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing rewards and recognition for meeting/exceeding expectations in sales and as a team player.
• Training and opportunities for progression and career development.
• Work for an inclusive organization that respects and promotes diversity.
• Flexible working environment.
• Be part of a growing company with a clear purpose and strategy.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.