Regional Contracts Manager

Do you want to join a growing company in Papua New Guinea, that is a leading innovator in the International Freight industry?

Have you got the drive to play a role in leading our client's business into the future?

This role is a residential opportunity in Papua New Guinea, with a privately owned International Freight and Logistics company that values their people, their safety and the environment. 

Recognised as innovative leaders in our field, our client is a workplace where people choose to stay.

Who are you? 

Leading the Fuel Transport Division, you are an experienced Contracts Manager with a proven track overseeing all tasks in the management of the Transport Operations operating in the Bulk Dangerous Goods Industry conducting both Regional and Local distribution functions. Meeting challenges head-on in a harsh environment, you are an honest, reliable self-starter who is prepared to strive for operational efficiencies and is happy with working as part of a large and dynamic team.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Overseeing daily transport operations including fleet utilisation, driver scheduling and customer delivery performance
• Working closely with customers to build strong partnerships and delivery on service expectations
• Ensuring fatigue management and HSE standards are always met
• Ensure all transport and logistics operations are conducted safely, efficiently, compliantly, and profitably while embedding a culture of care and compliance across the team.
• Uphold the companys standard for customer service, including professional appearance, behaviour, and exceptional customer interaction.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and safety across all operational areas, including fleet, yard, warehouse, depot, and office ensuring well maintained environment at all times.

The successful applicant will have the following skills, qualifications or experience during the interview process:

• Proven leadership experience of transport, logistics, or supply chain operations within the multinational Oil Industry.
• Strong understanding of compliance and heavy vehicle regulations
• Understanding of bulk, LTL and Retail site deliveries of Dangerous Goods (especially Fuels)
• Experience in, and knowledge of, best practices to minimise risks associated with fuel transport including spill prevention, loss prevention & fraud.
• A results driver decision maker who applies critical thinking to support and deliver key operational outcomes.
• Proven ability in financial analysis, cost management and KPI reporting to driver informed decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Ability to drive cost effecting customer service through proactive client engagement and regular service reviews.
• Building strong working relationships with internal and external management to drive operational success.
• Excellent people skills you know how to engage, coach, and develop your team
• You have the ability to assess challenges quickly, develop practical solutions and make decisions to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• You are an exceptional written and verbal communicator, motivator, and problem solver with a knack for innovation and a passion for making things better.
• You have experience in business development.

The following skills are desirable, however not essential:

• Previous experience working overseas
• Some HR/MC driving experience.

Based in Port Moresby, with regional responsibilities and associated travel.  

Residential expatriate conditions on long term contract for the right candidate.