DEPOT OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR
OpportunityRole: Depot Operations SupervisorLocation: Mandurah, WA
Expected Hours of Work: Monday - Friday – 6:00am-3:30pm
Reporting directly to the Regional Operations Supervisor, this role is responsible for supporting the smooth operation of our Mandurah depot.
The successful applicant will control and ensure loading/unloading and delivery operational functions are completed safely, efficiently and according to time schedules while monitoring labour requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure quality, express movement of freight, without delays or losses, in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
Maintain daily control over freight distribution timelines, freight security, freight handling care and paperwork management.
Maintain team leadership – setting day-to-day order of tasks for assigned team leaders, truck drivers, forklift drivers and dockhands.
Conduct corrective action with employees as required.
Ensure compliance with all policies and procedures.
Maintain regular housekeeping.
Maintain vehicle maintenance and presentation.
Carry out general duties including administration tasks as required.
Re-check freight exceptions for prompt delivery.
Re-schedule jobs between team members and/or priority of tasks as required.
Actively participate in the recruitment process including conducting interviews and inductions of new employees.
Do daily checks on drivers and their productivity and compliance.
In order to be successful in this role you must possess the following skills, attributes and qualifications:
Minimum 2 years' experience within the transport and logistics industry (Essential).
LF forklift license (Highly desirable).
Minimum MR driver's license (Desirable).
Demonstrated experience in supervising and coordinating staff.
A broad understanding of transport laws, fatigue management and safety requirements.
Intermediate level computer skills.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
Be highly organised with a keen eye for detail.
Note that the successful applicant will be required to undergo a medical, including drug & alcohol testing.
This is a full-time salaried position with remuneration dependent upon experience and qualifications.
No agencies at this time; only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.
We are an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion.
We recognise that a diverse workforce contributes to better business outcomes.
We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees have the opportunity to succeed.
Our Story: Direct Freight Express is a nationwide family-owned & operated company with over 32 years' experience in road transport.
We currently have over 2,200 employees across 60 locations and owe our growth to the dedication, customer focus, innovation and service of our employees.
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