Operations Supervisor - Geelong Location
Job no: 510826
Work type: Full Time
Location: Melbourne - North, Melbourne - West
- Be a part of an innovative and diverse industry leader in the Logistics space
- Permanent, Full-time role + free onsite parking – Geelong Location
- Make this role your own! Join a fast-paced environment and progress your career!
At Visy, our people make us stand out from the crowd. We’re always seeking solutions, opportunities, and possibilities. We look for people who see what’s ahead and run towards it. These people are helping us to achieve our vision to become the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Together, we can create a better world.
The opportunity:
Visy Logistics Australia is a key player in the global logistics sector, recognised for providing sustainable, digitally advanced supply chain solutions. As a critical Division of Visy Industries, we harness the company's substantial volume, footprint, and infrastructure, as well as its manufacturing and procurement prowess, to offer tailored Logistics solutions to all participants in the Industrial, Beverage, and Consumer Goods sectors.
Our Visy Logistics Bulk team, located in Geelong are seeking an operations supervisor with exceptional operational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage relationships effectively across various business units. You will be responsible for coordinating and planning all customer deliveries daily and manage the discharge of inbound bulk vessels. You will have experience working in a demanding and fast paced environment where you can manage client expectations and deliver excellent service.
Reporting to the General Manager, key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Supervising the day-to-day operations of Visy Logistics at the Geelong site and ensuring safe operations in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Overseeing discharges from port to warehouse and managing sub-contractors involved in the process.
- Ensure compliance with processes for efficient stock placement and site cleanliness.
- Managing and communicating with warehouse staff and truck drivers to ensure smooth operations.
- Assisting with staff rostering and training to support the dynamic workflow, including monitoring leave accruals and sick leave.
- Coordinating and planning all customer loading and deliveries on a daily basis.
- Supporting team in operating a front-end loader at times to manage stockpile and load hopper.
- Developing and maintaining excellent working relationships with customers and Visy stakeholders.
What you will bring to the team:
- 10+ years’ experience in a similar role within the local transport and warehouse operations.
- Demonstrated experience in a people management position.
- A strong understanding of fatigue management and mass management.
- Sound knowledge and understanding of OH&S as well as experience in SAP, WMS & TMS systems.
- Experience operating front end loader, managing materials arriving on bulk vessels.
- Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
- A continuous improvement mindset with good change management experience.
- Ability to build strong relationships external and internally as this will be crucial to the success of this role.
When you join Visy, you’re joining a global leader dedicated to making serious progress in the sustainable packaging and recycling industries. We want to find solutions, make an impact and grow our business. If you can help us, you’ll fit right in.
You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history
check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).
Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that
embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
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