Depot Manager

at Lowes Petroleum
Published August 19, 2025
Location Cooma, Australia
Category Management  
Job Type Full-time  

Description

At Lowes Petroleum, we're dedicated to building a Thriving Regional Australia. As one of the nation's largest and most trusted regional fuel and lubricant suppliers, we maintain our "country' ethos while expanding our reach across QLD, NSW, VIC & TAS. Our extensive network of bulk fuel and lubricant depots, delivery vehicles, and Retail Service Stations is supported by a team that is an integral part of the local communities we serve.

Job Description
Why YOU should work for Lowes:

Staff fuel discount – Save with a 10c per litre discount on fuel
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Supporting your wellbeing at work and beyond
Career progression opportunities – With access to training and development
Job security – Enjoy the benefits of a stable, long-term position in a growing business

About the role:

Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position will be accountable for the safe and reliable day to day operational management of the Cooma Depot.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily operational management & supervision of all company staff and contractors
Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
Comply with all external regulatory requirements – including BFM
Manage freight assets & scheduling functions to optimise vehicle efficiencies
Maintain required customer service levels
Supervise team including rostering staff in accordance with operational requirements
Inventory Management of bulk & packaged goods stock

The successful applicant will require:

Previous experience in heavy vehicle &/or fuel industry an advantage
Proven understanding of Fatigue Management, Mass Management, Quality Assurance and Chain of Responsibility legislation
Sound Microsoft Office skills and attention to detail
Effective communicator with proven record of building & maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Confident decision-maker with ability to work autonomously & lead a team within a diverse logistics operation
Well-developed organisational, problem solving and time management skills
If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you.

Lowes reserves the right to close applications earlier than the nominated date. Interested parties are therefore recommended to apply as early as possible. If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you.