Commercial and Fleet Operations Lead

Commercial and Fleet Operations Lead

Why us?
Your chance to be part of the team that creates and maintains our infrastructure. We’re responsible for managing our habitats and surroundings, so they are beautiful - now and for the future. Bring your skills and experience, become a steward of our council environment in a modern organisation that’s making a tangible difference.

JOB DETAILS
Permanent, Full-Time 35 hours, 5 days/week           $125,435 to $137,445 + Super + Car                             Cowpasture Depot

JOB DESCRIPTION
Lead and grow Council’s commercial operations while managing and optimising plant, fleet and mechanical services across their full asset lifecycle. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), Chain of Responsibility and safety requirements, while developing and overseeing business, financial and safety plans. The position drives operational efficiency, asset performance and revenue-generating opportunities, delivering value to both internal and external stakeholders.

ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Trades, Business Management, Leadership, WHS, HVNL/Chain of Responsibility, Project Management or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Current Class C Driver License and relevant plant and equipment operating accreditations.
• Extensive experience delivering commercial, operational efficiency and plant & fleet management programs.
• Proven leadership experience coaching, mentoring and managing mechanical trades, frontline and office teams and contractors.
• Demonstrated extensive capability in project management, procurement, tendering, contract management, budgeting and reporting.
• Strong understanding of WHS, HVNL compliance, plant and fleet operations, workforce planning and asset management.
• Experience developing business and financial plans, managing service performance and delivering cost-effective vehicle and plant maintenance outcomes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with advanced computer literacy.
• Demonstrated ability to optimise performance, manage KPIs and SLAs, and identify opportunities to reduce operating costs and improve service delivery.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC

• Professional learning and development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.
• Access to Fitness Passport membership
• Great office location in the heart of Liverpool CBD, close to public transport and with free or subsidised parking available nearby.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including 2 x Health and Wellbeing leave and access to our Employee Assistance Program.

The salary (within the above-mentioned range) will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience, and competencies of the successful applicant.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check.

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Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter, current resume and response to the selection criteria questions which will be shown once you commence your application.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

Applications Close 8pm, 13th August 2026

Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner on [email protected]