Operations Manager

Vulcan, Inc.; Coffs Harbour; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ambitious growth

Lead a talented team

Impact on future

Professional but relaxed culture

Job summary

Vulcan, Inc. in Australia is seeking an hands-on Operations Manager to take ownership of day-to-day warehouse operations. You will focus on process, performance, and people, with standard hours from 7.30am to 4.00pm and a strong emphasis on safety.

Lead a nine-person warehouse team, oversee receiving, storage, dispatch, and inventory control, and drive continuous improvement across logistics and operations to support growth and reliable service to customers.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Organised / self-starter

Forklift licence

Excel

Metal industry knowledge

MR/HR licence

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

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.