Lead a brand new site launch through commissioning and operational readiness
Build and mentor a high performing team from the ground up in a new facility
Eastern Creek location | Multiple Shifts Available
Welcome To Primary Connect
Primary Connect is the most extensive food and retail supply chain network in Australia and New Zealand. Our 10,000-strong team are an essential part of the expansive Woolworths Group, which encompasses Woolworths Supermarkets and Metro stores, BIG W, Countdown NZ, Quantium, and more. With us, your possibilities are not limited to a single opportunity.
We're delivering to more than 3,000 retail stores every day (stores like Woolworths, BIG W, Dan Murphy's, and BWS), but at Primary Connect, we're more than just a supply chain business. We're a big team, but every individual plays a pivotal role and leaves a distinctive impact.
Our extensive reach opens up boundless opportunities for learning, growth, and professional development.
By raising your hand, fostering relationships, and seizing the moment, you can take control of your own unique path.
About Us
Construction is now well underway for our new Sydney Chilled and Fresh Distribution Center (SC&F). Located in Eastern Creek NSW SC&F is the latest distribution centre being added to the Primary Connect Network. The 75,000sqm multi-story facility will transform our chilled and fresh operations in Sydney, ensuring we deliver exceptional freshness, quality and range to our customers
What You'll Do
Lead, coach and mentor your team to create a "customer first" culture that delivers great results.
You will translate area plans into actual results, reviewing performance and identifying variances to improve future outcomes
You will lead a designated area to meet performance targets across People, Safety, Service and Value.
Play a key role in transitional activities, including collaborating with project teams, developing SOPs and participating in operational readiness
You will foster an engaged team environment through open communication, collaboration and continuous improvement
What You'll Bring
A background in leading warehouse and distribution operations, ideally within a process oriented industry like retail.
Strong people leadership experience and the ability to optimise team performance and development
The ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
Knowledge of relevant OH&S and Return to Work (RTW) legislation.
What You'll Experience
An attractive remuneration package
Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands
A global business with endless career possibilities
A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including a competitive leave policy and 24/7 access to the Sonder app.
This role will be advertised for a four week period. Applications will be reviewed progressively and candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted for an initial phone interview. Please note that further progression to our Assessment Centre in early April is contingent upon a successful application and phone interview. We appreciate your patience as we move through our selection process
Endless possibilities with Woolworths Group
We're a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – 'to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.'
Here you'll be supported and empowered to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.
Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team's diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.
We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.
Platinum Tier Employer - Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ+ inclusion
Employer of Choice for Gender Equality - Workplace Gender Equality Agency.
Our Talent Acquisition Team and Hiring Leaders kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Woolworths Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes