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National Operations Manager

  • 514641
  • Melbourne - West, VIC
  • Full Time
  • Closing on: 24 May 2026
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Lead and optimise Visy’s national returnable packaging operations supporting our expanding footprint.

  • Shape the future of our growing Asset Management division
  • Strategic, hands-on leadership role, travel across Australia and New Zealand
  • Be part of Australia’s largest recycler supporting the circular economy

About the role

Visy Asset Management is seeking a National Operations Manager – Transit Packaging to lead the end‑to‑end operational performance of Visy’s returnable packaging network across Australia and New Zealand.

Reporting to the General Manager – Asset Management, this is a senior, business‑critical role with accountability for safety, full P&L ownership, asset utilisation, service delivery and continuous improvement across five key operational and remote sites.

Visy owns and operates a large national pool of transit packaging assets (also referred to as returnable or reusable transport packaging). These are durable packaging assets used to move goods through the supply chain, which are recovered, reused and recirculated rather than disposed of after a single use.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead 5 national Transit Packaging operations across ANZ
  • Own and manager P&L performance, budgets and cost optimisation
  • Set and embed safety, compliance and operating standards
  • Develop and deliver a national TP operating strategy
  • Optimise asset utilisation and lifecycle performance
  • Standardise processes, systems and reporting nationally
  • Manage key supplier and service partner relationships
  • Drive technology, automation and visibility improvements
  • Build capable, high‑performing teams through hands-on leadership

 What You’ll Bring:

  • Proven experience in manufacturing, logistics, or engineering operations
  • Demonstrated success in a senior leadership or national role with full P&L accountability
  • Understanding of asset management, lifecycle optimisation and network operations
  • Demonstrated success in scaling commercial & business operations, through transformation and continuous improvement
  • Experience leading multi‑site teams and influencing stakeholders across functions

What you’ll love when you join us:

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
  • Option to purchase additional leave
  • Salary sacrificed novated leasing
  • A collection of health, wealth and lifestyle services and discounts
  • Career Opportunities within a growing business 

About Visy?

At Visy Logistics, we don’t just move freight – we move industries forward. As part of one of Australia’s most sustainable and innovative businesses, we provide our people with the stability of a major employer and the opportunity to make a real impact every day. As one of the fastest growing third party logistics companies in Australia, we offer a range of logistics services from warehousing, contract logistics, linehaul, intermodal transport, global freight forwarding and bulk logistics, we do logistics differently. Join a team that delivers reliable, safe and efficient transport solutions – backed by a national network and a strong commitment to our customers and the communities in which we operate.

Ready to hit the road with us? Apply now and start your journey toward a fulfilling career!

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check.

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

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