Superintendent

Centurion has operated as a privately owned company more than fifty years. Our success has been driven by the passion, skills and expertise of our people. Our Employees are committed to the extra effort needed to deliver our vision - to deliver world class logistics services and solutions and to be the leading freight company in Australia.

At Centurion we are always looking for the best talent and providing a platform for employees to realise their potential.

We’re currently expanding our team and looking for a hands-on Superintendent to join us in delivering quality service to our customers.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, the Superintendent is responsible for overseeing all transport-related functions and activities at Darwin depot. This role ensures the effective coordination of daily movements, compliance with operational standards, and alignment with safety and legislative requirements. The position requires strong leadership, operational oversight, and collaboration across multiple teams including HR, HSEQ, Compliance, and Operations Support.

Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience guiding supervisors and operational staff to meet performance expectations.

Ability to manage complex transport operations, including scheduling, loading/unloading, and depot coordination across multiple site.

Ability to lead daily operational briefings and stand-ups in line with Network Management Operating Systems (MOS).

In-depth understanding of fatigue management, Chain of Responsibility (CoR), and other transport-related legislative requirements.

Skilled in coordinating Pick-Up/Delivery operations and ensuring alignment with local. supervisor responsibilities.

Knowledge of scanning, manifesting, and asset tracking systems, including TMS.

Familiarity with governance processes related to staff remuneration, injury management, and leave.

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate across HR, HSEQ, Compliance, and Operations Support.

Commitment to safety standards and operational risk management across depot environments.

Flexibility to work weekends and participate in after-hours contact rosters, ensuring continuity of leadership and operational oversight.

Proven ability to lead dynamic, complex teams to meet operational KPIs in a safe efficient manner.

Experience managing transport and logistics operations across depot environments.

Practical knowledge with scheduling, pick up/delivery coordination, and movement planning.

Understanding of fatigue management and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) compliance.

Experience using systems for asset tracking and operational reporting.

Exposure to governance processes including leave, injury management, and remuneration.

Ability to work with HR, HSEQ and compliance teams.

Licences: Full C Class driver's licence (essential) / Forklift and/or MR/HR/HC/MC licence (desirable).

Why join Centurion?

Competitive pay rates and benefits package.

Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Benefits including health insurance discounts.

Be part of a company that values safety, integrity, and excellence.

Free onsite parking and PPE supplied.

How to Apply

Ready to drive your career forward with Centurion? If you feel you have the experience, ability, and skills to take the next step with your career within Centurion, we want to hear from you. Click Apply now. For more information, please contact recruitment@centurion.net.au

Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join a leader in the transportation industry! We are an Equal Opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from women and First Nations People.

Please note that we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies. Direct applicants only.