Operations Manager

Vulcan, Inc.; Wollongong City Council; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Ambitious growth

Team leadership

Significant impact

Relaxed culture

Résumé du poste

Vulcan, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Operations Manager to own day-to-day warehouse operations in Australia. You will drive process, performance and people, with standard hours 7.30am–4.00pm.

You will lead nine warehouse team members, oversee receiving, storage and dispatch, and foster a strong safety culture while maintaining efficient workflows and proactive, accountable leadership.

Qualifications

• 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.
• MR/HR licence is preferred but not required.
• Commitment to safety and wellbeing of others.
• Ability to translate business objectives into clear team actions.

Responsabilités

• 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; be proactive and accountable.
• Contribute to a positive, team-driven workplace culture.
• Use basic computer systems for tracking and coordination.

Connaissances

Warehouse operations

Team leadership

Organised & proactive

Forklift licence

Excel proficiency

MR/HR licence (preferred)

Safety compliance

Action-oriented

Outils

Excel

Description du poste

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.