Hands-On Warehouse Lead: Path to Manager (Day Shift)

Inter Industrial; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Inter Industrial Services is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to lead a small team in Thomastown. The role is hands-on, with 50–60% forklift operation and daily responsibility for stock control, inbound deliveries and order fulfilment.

You will report to management, drive safety, optimise processes and partner with other departments to meet schedules. This permanent, full-time position offers clear career progression into a Warehouse Manager role.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse supervisory or senior warehouse role.
• A current forklift licence and confidence operating a forklift regularly.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Clear communication skills and the confidence to liaise with management and other departments.
• Experience with inwards goods, stock control and container unloading.
• The ability to lead a small team while remaining hands-on with daily tasks.
• A reliable, solutions-focused attitude and a strong sense of accountability.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervising, supporting and coordinating a team of four warehouse staff.
• Operating a forklift for approximately 50–60% of your working day.
• Coordinating container arrivals and organising the unloading of containers.
• Overseeing all inwards goods, including checking and receipting incoming stock.
• Maintaining accurate stock control and inventory records.
• Coordinating warehouse activities to ensure orders and deliveries are completed on time.
• Liaising with other departments to communicate job requirements, delivery schedules and priorities.
• Acting as the main point of contact for management on all warehousing matters.
• Maintaining a well-organised, clean and safe warehouse environment.
• Identifying opportunities to improve warehouse processes, efficiency and productivity.

Skills

Team leadership

Organisational skills

Communication

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Job description

Inter Industrial Services is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to lead a small team in Thomastown. The role is hands-on, with 50–60% forklift operation and daily responsibility for stock control, inbound deliveries and order fulfilment.

You will report to management, drive safety, optimise processes and partner with other departments to meet schedules. This permanent, full-time position offers clear career progression into a Warehouse Manager role.