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Our Story:

Due to the continued growth of our business, we are excited to announce several new leadership opportunities. We are looking for passionate and driven individuals to join our team and help shape the future of our company.

Welcome to Fliway, a dynamic powerhouse in the world of transport and logistics! As part of NZ Post, we stand tall as one of New Zealand's largest fully integrated transport and logistics providers, offering seamless global supply chain solutions that span international freight, warehousing, and doorstep delivery for businesses and homes alike. Picture yourself as part of our vibrant family of over 500 passionate individuals, driving innovation and excellence. With a nationwide presence boasting 13 Branch locations and 9 Warehouses strategically placed across the country, Fliway is your gateway to an exhilarating career journey.
 
About the role:

As the General Manager of Transport, you will lead the Transport strategy and operations of Fliway, SCS and its subsidiaries (The Group), ensuring sustainable growth. This role ensures the group maintains a high performing, engaged workforce while providing a safe and compliant environment for all employees. While leading the strategic and operational management of the transport function, you will ensure seamless, safe, and cost-effective operations across the group. This role focuses on delivering exceptional service quality, optimising resource utilisation, and fostering a culture of compliance, safety, and continuous improvement.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the transport division's strategic objectives in alignment with the groups vision and goals.
• Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and competitive advantage in the transport and logistics sector.
• Ensure efficient management of daily transport operations, including fleet management, logistics coordination, and route optimisation.
• Implement systems to monitor and improve operational KPIs such as delivery timelines, fuel efficiency, and cost management.
• Champion a safety-first culture by overseeing the development and implementation of health and safety strategies.
• Ensure full compliance with New Zealand’s transport, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develop, monitor, and manage budgets for the transport division to ensure financial performance aligns with organisational targets.
• Drive cost efficiencies without compromising service quality.
• Partner with internal teams (HR, Finance, Operations) to ensure alignment of strategies and resources.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, vendors, and clients.
• Establish internal KPI’s in accordance with the groups quality approach of continual improvement, service delivery and health, safety and wellbeing.
• Looking for opportunities to provide improved productivity through systemisation processes
• Designing and planning existing and new Branches in conjunction with the Commercial Manager
• Keeping up-to-date with technological advances within the Transport industry, assessing options and making recommendations in regards to our own facilities / divisions.
• Overseeing an unrelenting service culture that supports the groups customer promise.
• Maintaining a satisfied customer base.
• Analysing and reporting deviations from budgets, making recommendation on strategies to bring expenditure in line with bottom line strategies
• Building team engagement and reducing turnover through active management of culture, in conjunction with H&S, HR and national initiatives.
• Achieving the budgeted national profitability on a monthly basis for Transport.

 
 
What you Bring:
 

•  Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field
•  Professional Certification: Certificate of knowledge of law and practice (required)
•  License: Transport Service License (TSL) (required)   
• Proven track record with at least 8–10 years of experience in senior transport roles
•  Demonstrated ability to lead large teams and manage complex operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of transport regulations and safety compliance in New Zealand.    
• Ability to create and execute strategies in line with the high level goals of the group
• Expertise in fostering a culture of safety and wellbeing alongside employee engagement and inclusivity.
• Expertise in identifying and mitigating operational risks.
• Proficient in budget management and financial performance analysis.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
•  Advanced knowledge of transport management systems and tools.  Ability to effectively communicate at Board level and within a leadership team 
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Advanced computer skills
• Proven analytical, evaluative and problem-solving skills
• Strong time management and organisational skills

Are you ready to step into a world of opportunities and excitement in the logistics industry? At Fliway, not only will you work alongside a fantastic team, but you'll also enjoy competitive pay, exclusive access to holiday homes, discounted healthcare benefits, and the pride of being part of a 100% New Zealand owned transport and logistics company.
 
At Fliway, we're not just a company; we're a values-driven organization built on pillars that guide our every action: Safety, Service, Pride & Profit.
 
To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be eligible to work in NZ.

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