Logistics & Infrastructure Manager

James Fisher and Sons; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Site facilities

Wellbeing program

Free on-site parking

Parental Leave

Novated car leasing options

Job summary

James Fisher and Sons in Caringbah, NSW is seeking a Logistics & Infrastructure Manager to lead Stores & Logistics, ensure safe, compliant operations and drive scalable processes that support programme delivery and growth. You will partner with Product Lines, manage inventory, warehousing, freight, and facilities, lead audits, and deliver governance for a high-performing logistics operation.

This role requires security checks and offers flexible working arrangements and site facilities.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in stores, logistics, warehousing or related environment.
• Strong inventory control and stock accuracy experience.
• Experience overseeing facilities and infrastructure including contractor management.
• Degree or certification in logistics or related discipline.
• Proven ability to develop and improve operational processes.
• Strong systems capability with WMS and ERP.
• Understanding of quality, health and safety and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in Defence or highly regulated environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Stores & Logistics team, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operations that support business objectives.
• Drive inventory accuracy and operational performance through effective management of warehousing, logistics, freight and material movements.
• Improve warehouse efficiency, material flow and storage utilisation, identifying opportunities to enhance performance and reduce waste.
• Monitor and report on key performance metrics, using data and insights to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards and legislative requirements across all logistics activities.
• Lead audits, inventory reviews and corrective actions, maintaining strong governance and operational integrity.
• Manage JFD Australia’s facilities and infrastructure, including maintenance programmes, contractor management, fleet, security arrangements and site presentation, ensuring safe and reliable working environments.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Logistics operations

Data-driven performance management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Operations Management

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

ERP systems

Data analytics

Job description

Please note that this role requires security checks.

The Role:

As Logistics & Infrastructure Manager, you'll lead a critical function at the heart of JFD Australia’s operations, ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant management of inventory, logistics, facilities and infrastructure. Working across the business and partnering closely with Product Lines, you'll drive operational excellence, strengthen capability and implement scalable processes that support programme delivery and future growth. This is a varied leadership role with the opportunity to make a tangible impact on business performance, continuous improvement and the development of a high-performing logistics operation.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and develop the Stores & Logistics team, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operations that support business objectives.
• Drive inventory accuracy and operational performance through effective management of warehousing, logistics, freight and material movements.
• Improve warehouse efficiency, material flow and storage utilisation, identifying opportunities to enhance performance and reduce waste.
• Monitor and report on key performance metrics, using data and insights to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards and legislative requirements across all logistics activities.
• Lead audits, inventory reviews and corrective actions, maintaining strong governance and operational integrity.
• Manage JFD Australia’s facilities and infrastructure, including maintenance programmes, contractor management, fleet, security arrangements and site presentation, ensuring safe and reliable working environments.

Logistics & Infrastructure Manager
Caringbah, New South Wales
Full-time, Permanent

Please note that this role requires security checks.

The Role:

As Logistics & Infrastructure Manager, you'll lead a critical function at the heart of JFD Australia’s operations, ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant management of inventory, logistics, facilities and infrastructure. Working across the business and partnering closely with Product Lines, you'll drive operational excellence, strengthen capability and implement scalable processes that support programme delivery and future growth. This is a varied leadership role with the opportunity to make a tangible impact on business performance, continuous improvement and the development of a high-performing logistics operation.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and develop the Stores & Logistics team, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operations that support business objectives.
• Drive inventory accuracy and operational performance through effective management of warehousing, logistics, freight and material movements.
• Improve warehouse efficiency, material flow and storage utilisation, identifying opportunities to enhance performance and reduce waste.
• Monitor and report on key performance metrics, using data and insights to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards and legislative requirements across all logistics activities.
• Lead audits, inventory reviews and corrective actions, maintaining strong governance and operational integrity.
• Manage JFD Australia’s facilities and infrastructure, including maintenance programmes, contractor management, fleet, security arrangements and site presentation, ensuring safe and reliable working environments.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven leadership experience in stores, logistics, warehousing, operations or a related environment.
• Strong experience managing inventory, warehouse operations, stock control and inventory accuracy.
• Experience overseeing facilities and infrastructure, including contractor management, maintenance and site services.
• Relevant qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations Management or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated success in developing and improving operational processes, procedures and performance frameworks.
• Strong systems capability, including warehouse management systems, ERP platforms and data-driven performance management.
• Sound understanding of quality management systems, health and safety requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience within Defence, Engineering, Manufacturing or other highly regulated environments would be advantageous; knowledge of Dangerous Goods, international shipping or business transformation projects is also desirable.

Why join us?

• Join a team of people who are passionate about their job.
• Opportunity to expand the role and obtain new skills and experience.
• Contribute to a growing and successful business with an exciting order book.
• Wellbeing programs – employee assistance program to support you and your immediate family with counselling and support as needed.
• Flexible working arrangements, including a condensed working week to support a half day every Friday.
• Generous paid community service leave to support your local community or serve as a defence reservist.
• Weekly fruit baskets to keep hunger at bay on busy days.
• Free on-site parking.
• Novated car leasing options available.
• Paid Parental Leave Scheme.

About Us:

James Fisher is a global engineering services company operating across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology, expertise, and collaboration.

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James Fisher Defence (JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, delivering cutting-edge diving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial and defence markets. Operating worldwide, JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training. We’re also at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry. Explore more about JFD