The Role
We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager for one of our clients based on the northside of Brisbane. This is a leadership role overseeing daily production and logistics at their nursery site. This role is responsible for leading supported employees, achieving production goals, maintaining safety and quality standards, and ensuring smooth continuity of stock and customer orders. You will work closely with the Nursery Production Manager and Dispatch Manager, ensuring efficiency across production, inventory control, and order assembly. A horticulture background or qualification will be highly regarded, but we also welcome applicants with strong experience in bulk logistics or warehouse management, as these skills are highly transferable. The role is both leadership-focused and hands-on. You will supervise and support a work team, contribute to quality and safety compliance, manage inventory records, and ensure that production goals and customer requirements are met.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and supervise daily production activities and assembly of customer orders
Organise equipment, machinery, and staff to meet production targets
Support and mentor employees, delivering on-the-job training as required
Monitor and maintain quality and safety standards across operations
Ensure smooth stock movement, order flow, and dispatch coordination
Maintain accurate inventory records and contribute to quality accreditation
Liaise with managers, suppliers, and customers to resolve issues effectively
The Candidate
Degree/Diploma in Horticulture, Agriculture, or related field (ideal but not essential)
OR proven background in bulk logistics or warehouse operations management
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate teams
Excellent organisational, planning, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and make decisions in a rapid-paced environment
Solid knowledge of safety standards and procedures
Perks
Fuel card provided (ideal if you are based on the southside and happy to travel north)
Competitive remuneration aligned with experience
If this sounds like you, APPLY NOW so we can get in touch. For a confidential conversation, please contact Yunaldi at.
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