Branch Manager - Mossburn

Northern Southland Transport is part of Trojan Holdings Ltd, a family owned and operated business with interests across transport, tourism and commercial property throughout Central Otago and Southland.

Reporting to the Rural Manager, the Branch Manager will lead the Mossburn based team and coordinate the bulk cartage fleet, ensuring efficient operations and excellent customer service. You will work closely with other branches across Northern Southland and Central Otago to maximise performance, develop business opportunities and support the company's continued growth. A background in farming or agriculture would be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop the team, fostering a positive and productive workplace culture.

• Coordinate fleet operations, dispatch and resources to maximise efficiency and asset utilisation.

• Maintain strong relationships with existing customers and develop new business opportunities.

• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, industry requirements and company policies.

• Champion health and safety systems, ensuring staff are appropriately trained and safe work practices are maintained.

• Monitor operational performance, identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective processes.

• Collaborate with other branch managers to support consistent service delivery and business growth.

About You

• Experience in operational management, transport, logistics or a similar leadership role.

• Strong leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.

• A proactive approach to customer satisfaction.

• A strong commitment to health and safety, compliance and high standards of work.

• A background in farming or agriculture would be an advantage.

Further Information

If you are a hands-on leader who takes pride in your team's performance, enjoys building customer relationships and is motivated to improve operational efficiency, we would love to hear from you.

If you wish to enquire further before applying, please contact:

Brett Gilmour - 027-248-8873 | brett.gilmour@nsth.co.nz or visit our website www.nsth.co.nz