Introduction

An exciting opportunity to establish and lead a newly developed dispatch and logistics function within a large, established Australian agribusiness in the central highlands region. Take ownership of transitioning an externally managed operation into an internally managed logistics model. Play a pivotal role in building the team, systems, processes and operational framework to support the business's future distribution requirements.

What are you going to do 

Reporting to the Regional Packing Manager, you will lead the transition to an internally managed dispatch and logistics operation while ensuring service continuity and operational performance.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Establish the internal operating model, including team structure, processes, systems and operational controls.

  • Oversee daily dispatch operations, ensuring accurate, timely deliveries and consistent cold-chain integrity.

  • Optimise freight, load planning, vehicle utilisation and transport scheduling.

  • Identify opportunities to reduce freight costs, waiting times and reliance on premium freight.

  • Manage carrier relationships, performance expectations and distribution costs.

  • Recruit, develop and lead an accountable, safety-focused logistics team.

Essential skills and knowledge

We are seeking a commercially minded, hands-on logistics leader with the ability to establish an operation, build capability and deliver measurable improvements.

Ideally, you will bring:

  • Significant leadership experience across logistics, transport, dispatch or distribution operations.

  • Experience in FMCG, agriculture, food production, mining, manufacturing or another high-volume operational environment.

  • A proven track record in establishing, transitioning or improving logistics operations.

  • Strong knowledge of cold-chain logistics, dispatch processes and distribution planning.

  • Demonstrated commercial acumen, including freight cost management and carrier performance.

  • Strong leadership, stakeholder management and continuous improvement capabilities.

  • A practical, solutions-focused approach with the ability to drive accountability and lead through change.

What we offer 

  • Great salary on offer
  • Autonomy in your role
  • Security and stability
  • Relocation assistance may be available

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Nathan Blunt at n.blunt@brunel.net or 0402 489 457.

Closing: 06 December 2026

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