Job Overview & Organization Mission

Direct heavy vehicle fleet maintenance, NHVAS compliance, and zero-emission electric truck trials across a national prime mover fleet.

Toll Group is recruiting a Senior National Fleet Maintenance & Asset Manager based in Melbourne. You will manage asset lifecycle strategies, preventative maintenance contracts, and National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS) compliance across a commercial fleet of over 5,000 prime movers, trailers, and specialized transport equipment.

As a key member of the team at Toll Group in Melbourne, VIC, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Manage multi-million: Manage multi-million dollar fleet maintenance budgets, workshop networks, and OEM service contracts (Volvo, Kenworth, Scania).
• Ensure full: Ensure full accreditation under NHVAS Maintenance and Mass Management modules.
• Direct telematics: Direct telematics condition monitoring and predictive maintenance analytics to eliminate roadside breakdowns.
• Lead transition: Lead transition strategy for battery-electric prime movers (BEV) and alternative fuel transport assets.
• Oversee fleet: Oversee fleet salvage, asset disposal tenders, and mid-life refurbishments.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Toll Group, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Heavy Vehicle Master Mechanic Trade & Fleet Management Credentials.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 5+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• Mechanical Engineering Degree or Heavy Commercial Vehicle Trade Certificate.
• 7+ years senior fleet management experience in large-scale Australian transport operations.
• Comprehensive expertise in NHVAS standards and Australian Design Rules (ADRs).
• Proven commercial acumen managing heavy equipment leasing and Capex programs.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Toll Group, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$150,000 – AU$185,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Salary $150,000 – $185,000 + company vehicle / allowance + 11.5% super + performance bonus.
• Lead innovation in heavy vehicle decarbonization with Australia’s transport leader.
• St Kilda Road headquarters with flexible hybrid working policies.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Toll Group

Toll Group provides transport, logistics, and supply chain solutions to businesses across Australia and the Asia-Pacific.

Toll Group is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Toll Group careers gateway.