About the Role
Reporting to the Site Manager, the DC Operations Manager will lead and develop a multi-skilled team to deliver exceptional customer service and fulfilment outcomes nationally. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, safety, compliance, and continuous improvement within a highly automated facility.
Key responsibilities include:
* Safety leadership and building a strong safety-first culture
* Overseeing daily operations to achieve performance and service outcomes
* Managing budgets and driving cost-effective workflows
* Coordinating site activities including building compliance, maintenance, loss prevention and security
* Leading significant change initiatives as the site continues to evolve
* Building strong partnerships with stakeholders, contractors, carriers, and authorities
* Delivering operational excellence across warehousing, fulfilment, and transport activities
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
* Strong leadership experience in large-scale operational environments
* A proven ability to inspire, coach and drive high-performing teams
* Expertise in warehousing, online fulfilment, transport management and automation
* Experience optimising automated equipment such as AMR, shuttle and GTP systems (highly regarded)
* Strong analytical skills with a track record of improving productivity and reducing costs
* Depth of experience in labour management, workforce planning and continuous improvement
* Understanding of container management, customs, quarantine, and freight forwarding processes
* Tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain or Logistics (preferred)
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary package
* A supportive leadership team with real career growth opportunities
* The chance to work in a cutting-edge automated facility
* Lifestyle, parental and volunteer leave options
* An organisation that values balance, flexibility, and personal growth
This is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior operational leadership role where you will truly make an impact on safety, culture and performance, while helping shape the future of a high-profile distribution centre.