General Manager, Palletised Express East Coast

Lead the Future of Palletised Express at TGE

TGE is a leading force in the transport and logistics sector, known for delivering innovative and reliable solutions across Australia. We're entering an exciting growth phase and are seeking a dynamic General Manager – Palletised Express to take full ownership of this high potential division.

As GM, you'll lead the strategy, operations, and performance of our national Palletised Express network — driving results, developing teams, and shaping the next stage of growth for a key pillar of our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Palletised Express division, including linehaul, depot operations, customer experience, and commercial performance.

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to drive growth, efficiency, and profitability.

• Oversee P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.

• Champion a culture of safety, service excellence, and continuous improvement.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Sales, IT, HR, and Network Planning.

• Build and lead a high-performing team with a focus on development, accountability, and results.

• Ensure full compliance with national transport regulations and company policies

About You

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within freight, transport, or logistics — ideally with palletised freight or express transport exposure.

• Strong understanding of national transport networks, cost structures, and operational levers.

• Demonstrated ability to lead complex operations at scale.

• Commercial acumen with a track record of driving revenue growth and improving margins.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service and operational excellence.

 Why Join TGE?

• Join a respected brand in growth mode with a strong national footprint.

• Lead a high-impact division with autonomy and executive support.

• Be part of a values-driven, forward-thinking leadership team.

• Competitive executive salary package + performance incentives.

About Team Global Express

Team Global Express (TGE) is an Australian-owned transport and logistics business delivering to Australia and New Zealand. We’re not only transforming our operations but striving towards changing the logistics industry and becoming an Environmental, Social, and Governance leader by 2030. To learn more about our story, visit https://teamglobalexp.com/.

Why TGE

We care about our customers, our people, and our planet. We are always innovating and improving our services. We are driven by passion and purpose, and we never stop.

What we offer

• Competitive salary above industry standards

• Upskilling, training, mentoring and more to support your career development journey

• Fun and practical employee perks and discounts

• Flexible work, including work from home

• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers

• Peer recognition awards acknowledge when you go above and beyond.

An inclusive workplace, works for everyone

We celebrate difference. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applicants of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples to apply. Team Global Express acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia and the Māori, as tangata whenua and Treaty of Waitangi partners in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Our recruitment process

Applying for a job starts with an online application form, from there you may be invited to complete an online assessment followed by a virtual or in person interview. The last step is undergoing pre-employment checks, which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment including fitness to work and drug & alcohol screening.

Other things to note

• When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the recruitment process.

• During the recruitment process, please keep an eye on your junk emails and spam folders for updates.

• TGE is listed as one of LinkedIn’s Top Companies of 2023 and 2024 in Australia.