Operations Manager

Vulcan, Inc.; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ambitious growth-focused company

Lead a talented team

Significant impact on company future

Professional but relaxed culture

Job summary

Vulcan, Inc. on the Central Coast is seeking an Operations Manager to own day-to-day warehouse operations. This hands-on role focuses on process, performance, and people, with standard hours 7.30am–4.00pm.

You will lead a nine-person team, manage receiving, storage, dispatch, and inventory, uphold safety standards, and drive continuous improvement across systems and procedures. Experience in metals distribution is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse or logistics operations.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Hands-on, organised, self-starter attitude.
• Strong safety compliance mindset.
• Ability to translate business objectives into actionable team tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage warehouse operations including receiving, storage, dispatch, and inventory control.
• Oversee logistics and forklift operations to ensure efficient workflows.
• Implement and improve operational processes and procedures.
• Lead, train, and support nine warehouse team members.
• Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance standards.
• Operate with an owner-operator mentality. Must be proactive and accountable
• Contribute to a positive, team-driven workplace culture.
• Use basic computer systems for tracking and coordination

Skills

Warehouse operations

Leadership / team management

Hands-on / self-starter

Forklift licence

Computer literacy / Excel

Safety compliance

Translate objectives to actions

Tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Job Description

Description

Since Vulcan was founded in 1995, we have become Australasia’s highest performing metals distributor and processor. Our sustained growth is the product of superior service and dedication to continuously improving to every facet of our business.

At Vulcan, we believe that being a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us better in every way. We are proud to have a diverse team from over 70 different countries and more than 90 different ethnicities from across our sites.

About the role

We’re looking for a hands‑on Operations Manager to take ownership of day to day warehouse operations. This role is focused on process, performance, and people. Standard hours: 7.30am – 4.00pm

Key Responsibilities

• Manage warehouse operations including receiving, storage, dispatch, and inventory control
• Oversee logistics and forklift operations to ensure efficient workflows
• Implement and improve operational processes and procedures
• Lead, train, and support nine warehouse team members
• Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance standards
• Operate with an owner-operator mentality. Must be proactive and accountable
• Contribute to a positive, team-driven workplace culture
• Use basic computer systems for tracking and coordination

Requirements

• Proven experience in warehouse or logistics operations
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Organised, self‑starter with a hands‑on approach
• Valid forklift licence
• Computer literate; Excel proficiency a bonus
• Experience in the metal industry preferred but not required
• MR/HR licence is preferred but not required
• A commitment to the safety and wellbeing of yourself and others
• An ability to translate business objectives to clear actions and outcomes for your team

Please note, as health & safety is important to us, you will be asked to complete a pre-employment drug screen if you are to be successful.

Benefits

• Be part of ambitious company with a focus on innovation and growth
• Lead a talented and dedicated team
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the company’s future
• Professional but relaxed company culture

Please note you must either be residing in Australia or hold a current relevant work visa to be considered for this role.