Lead Warehouse & Inventory Operations

Port Waratah Coal Services Limited; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18.5% Superannuation

Bonus programme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Port Waratah Coal Services Limited is seeking a Stores Leader to oversee day-to-day management of stores, inventory systems and warehouse facilities. You will ensure materials are available, accurately controlled and stored safely to support maintenance and operations, partnering with Maintenance and Projects to drive improvements and value for customers.

The role emphasizes effective leadership, safe storage, data accuracy, and continuous improvement, with responsibilities across stocktakes,

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in warehouse and inventory management within a heavy industrial environment.
• Relevant qualifications in materials management, logistics, procurement or a related field.
• Experience in inventory management, ERP systems and stock control processes.
• Understanding of hazardous materials handling, WHS and regulatory compliance.
• A commitment to continuous improvement with success in leading improvement outcomes.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Stores team, promoting safety, collaboration and service.
• Maintain accurate inventory and stock availability, ensuring safe and compliant storage and handling.
• Manage inventory master data and maintain accurate inventory system records.
• Oversee the refurbishment and lifecycle management of critical components and repairable assets.
• Coordinate stocktakes and cycle counting to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, reliability, and cost control.
• Optimise warehouse layout, space utilisation, and materials handling practices to improve efficiency.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and service providers.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Continuous improvement

Hazardous materials handling

WHS / regulatory compliance

Forklift licence

Dogman competency

Education

Materials management / logistics qualification

Procurement qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management systems

Job description

Port Waratah Coal Services Limited is seeking a Stores Leader to oversee day-to-day management of stores, inventory systems and warehouse facilities. You will ensure materials are available, accurately controlled and stored safely to support maintenance and operations, partnering with Maintenance and Projects to drive improvements and value for customers.

The role emphasizes effective leadership, safe storage, data accuracy, and continuous improvement, with responsibilities across stocktakes,