Operations Supervisor

Linfox; Town Of Port Hedland; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 weeks paid parental leave

Return to work bonus

Mentoring programs

Dining and adventure benefits

Health and well-being benefits

Job summary

Linfox in Port Hedland seeks an Operations Supervisor to lead daily fuel and general freight operations. This hands-on role works with drivers, schedulers and contractors, with a residential or FIFO 8‑6 roster.

You will drive safety, efficiency and stakeholder coordination across the Pilbara network. The role requires strong leadership, experience with load configurations and fuel distribution, plus strategic planning and safety management capabilities.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a complex supply chain environment.
• Proven ability to manage people and develop teams.
• Experience with supply contracts including load configurations and truck/trailer allocation.
• General freight, load restraint and fuel distribution knowledge is advantageous.
• Strong planning, scheduling and safety management track record.

Responsibilities

• Supervise drivers and support safe, compliant operations across Pilbara network.
• Conduct yard walks, pre-start checks, fatigue compliance and MT Data requirements.
• Assist scheduling to optimise assets and resources use.
• Lead investigations into safety, operational or compliance issues and recommend actions.
• Maintain clear communication with customers, contractors and stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and special projects as needed.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Scheduling

Safety management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.

What does the job look like?

Linfox partners with some of Australia’s leading mining organisations to deliver safe, reliable and high-performing logistics solutions across the Pilbara. We are seeking an Operations Supervisor to join our established Port Hedland team and support the day-to-day delivery of fuel and general freight operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role that works closely with drivers, schedulers and contractors. This role is available on either a residential or FIFO basis on an 8‑6 roster. Key areas:

• Supervising drivers and supporting safe, compliant day-to-day operations across the Pilbara network
• Conducting yard walks, spot checks and oversight of pre-starts, fatigue compliance and MT Data requirements
• Supporting scheduling activities to ensure assets and resources are used effectively
• Leading investigations into safety, operational or compliance issues and recommending corrective actions
• Maintaining open, practical communication with customers, contractors and internal stakeholders
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and assisting with special projects as required

Are you the one?

Previous experience in a leadership role within a complex supply chain environment will enable you to make an immediate impact with the team. You can also demonstrate:

• Effective leadership and people management capability, focused on team and personal development
• Experience working within supply contracts including load configurations and truck & trailer allocation
• General freight, load restraint & fuel distribution experience highly regarded
• Proven track record in strategic planning, scheduling and safety management
• Proactive approach to customer relationships with the ability to effectively engage diverse stakeholders

What's in it for me?

• 12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees
• Career development opportunities and mentoring programs
• Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being
• The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact

At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply.

You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include, but not be limited to, a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.