Operations Manager – Auto

About Us

Slattery Grays Auctions is proudly Australia’s largest national family-owned auction company, a leading auction and valuation practice. With over 15 sites across Australia, we specialise in automotive, road transport, earthmoving, mining, marine, and aviation asset advisory and disposal services. Our diversity, flexibility, and specialist experience set us apart, and clients appreciate our transparency, honesty, and integrity.

Our results are achieved through our great team. With the mantra Leave it with Us, we are invested in working together to make things happen.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and driven Operations Manager – Auto to lead our Pinkenba Auto QLD site. This is a key leadership role responsible for the end-to-end management of our automotive auction operations, from asset intake and presentation through to sale, settlement, and post-sale administration.

You will lead a professional team, manage key client relationships, and ensure our auctions are delivered to the highest standard of accuracy, compliance, and commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver all scheduled automotive auctions at the Pinkenba site
• Oversee vendor onboarding, consignment intake, and asset documentation in accordance with agency agreements
• Manage vehicle condition assessments, grading, photography, and digital presentation for all online auction listings
• Ensure PPSR and encumbrance checks are completed on all assets prior to listing and manage clear title requirements
• Develop and manage disposal strategies for passed-in and unsold assets including re-listing and private treaty options
• Ensure compliance with the Motor Dealers and Chattel Auctioneers Act 2014 (Qld) and all AML/KYC obligations
• Manage post-sale administration including title transfers, release authorities, and buyer collection coordination
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, vendors, and institutional fleet accounts
• Lead, manage, and develop direct reports to ensure KPIs and deadlines are consistently met
• Run weekly operational and safety meetings and drive a proactive WHS culture across the team
• Fulfil company KPIs in relation to SLAs with financial clients
• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001 standards, ISMS, and all company policies and procedures

About You

• Proven operations management experience, preferably in an automotive auction or fleet disposal environment
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams
• Working knowledge of PPSR, motor vehicle titling, and encumbrance compliance in Queensland
• Familiarity with AML/KYC obligations applicable to auction and asset disposal operations
• Understanding of the Motor Dealers and Chattel Auctioneers Act 2014 (Qld)
• Experience managing fleet client relationships and institutional vendor accounts
• Proficiency with online auction platforms and digital asset management systems
• Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication skills with a calm, confident, and professional approach
• Current driver’s licence

Benefits & Perks

• Join Australia’s largest family-owned auction group
• Collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team culture
• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ongoing development and career progression opportunities
• Competitive remuneration package

Apply Now

If you think you would thrive in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your current resume including all relevant experience, contact details, and referee information.

For any questions, please contact the Ashley Ross at hr@slatteryauctions.com.au

Come as you are -At Slattery Grays Auctions we are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.