Operations Supervisor

Randstad; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Randstad is partnering with a global leader in industrial logistics to recruit an Operations Supervisor for a high-volume Rocklea facility. You will lead a 3–5 person floor team, coordinate transport and dispatch, and ensure safe, efficient operation of machinery and processes on site.

Ideal candidates bring a track record in transport/logistics supervision, strong safety credentials, and hands-on experience with industrial equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in transport, logistics, freight forwarding or heavy warehouse operations.
• Practical knowledge of operating or overseeing cardboard balers, compactors or similar industrial equipment.
• Solid experience handling transport scheduling, gate receipts or fleet coordination.
• Strong WHS knowledge and compliance reporting.
• Clear communication, problem-solving skills and proactive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Map out daily tasks, monitor shift productivity, and coach a team of 3–5 floor staff.
• Plan and coordinate transport schedules; be primary contact for drivers, providers and dispatch teams.
• Oversee daily site performance; ensure cardboard balers and material handling equipment run efficiently; coordinate maintenance.
• Lead toolbox talks, conduct risk assessments, and perform site safety inspections; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate records of inbound/outbound materials, transport logs and safety paperwork.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Machinery Operation

Logistics Coordination

Safety Compliance

Leadership & Initiative

Job description

Operations Supervisor | Environmental Services & Sustainability

The Opportunity:

Ready to take the lead on a busy, high-performing site?

We have partnered with a massive global leader in industrial logistics and materials processing to secure an Operations Supervisor for their high-volume Rocklea facility. If you are an experienced lead-hand or supervisor who knows how to coordinate transport, manage a floor crew, and take total accountability for a daily schedule, this is the step up you've been looking for.

With over 30,000 employees worldwide, this company offers the bulletproof job security of an international powerhouse, paired with a down-to-earth local team environment and genuine paths for internal promotion.

What's on offer:

• Competitive Package: $85k - $90k p.a. + super.
• Perks: Free on-site parking (no street parking headaches).
• True Job Security: Essential industry sector with massive global backing.
• Team Culture: A straightforward, safety-first environment where your operational expertise is respected.

The Role (What you'll be doing):

1. Crew Leadership

• Map out daily tasks, monitor shift productivity, and coach a dedicated team of 3-5 floor staff.
• Set the standard for a strong, practical safety culture on the floor.

2. Transport & Logistics Coordination

• Plan and coordinate transport schedules to ensure smooth material movement in and out of the gate.
• Act as the primary point of contact for heavy vehicle drivers, transport providers, and internal dispatch teams.
• Optimise routing and load allocations to eliminate bottlenecks.

3. Site & Machinery Supervision

• Take ownership of daily facility performance, ensuring high-volume cardboard balers and industrial material handling equipment run efficiently.
• Coordinate routine machinery maintenance and quickly troubleshoot or report faults to minimise operational downtime.

4. Safety & Compliance

• Lead daily toolbox talks, conduct risk assessments, and run regular site safety inspections.
• Ensure the facility strictly meets heavy vehicle national regulations and site safety standards.

5. Operational Reporting

• Maintain clean, accurate records of inbound/outbound material volumes, transport logs, and safety paperwork.

What you need to bring:

We are looking for an experienced supervisor from a transport or industrial background who knows how to keep a site moving.

• Supervisory Track Record: Experience leading teams within transport, logistics, freight forwarding, or heavy warehouse operations.
• Machinery Exposure: Practical knowledge of operating or overseeing cardboard balers, compactors, or similar industrial processing plant equipment.
• Logistics & Dispatch: Solid experience handling transport scheduling, gate receipts, or fleet coordination.
• Safety First Mindset: Strong, practical understanding of WHS standards and compliance reporting.
• The Essentials: Clear communication, sharp problem-solving skills, and a reliable, "lead from the front" work ethic.

Please note: The successful applicant must pass a drug & alcohol test, a medical assessment, and a standard police check.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.