PM Operations Lead — Road Freight & Cargo

Fuse Recruitment; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Overtime opportunities (Fridays)

Job summary

Fuse Recruitment is seeking an experienced PM Operations Supervisor to oversee the Adelaide afternoon/evening PM shift for a busy road freight operation. You will lead a team of 13–15 Forklift Operators and General Hands, coordinating loading, unloading and dispatch while driving safety and KPI performance.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on safety, operational excellence and service delivery, with Fridays overtime and a chance to impact the RT/FS operation in a respected logistics

Qualifications

• Experience supervising road transport teams.
• Knowledge of safety, Chain of Responsibility and compliance.
• Ability to meet KPIs and service targets.
• Hands-on, calm in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the PM shift to ensure freight is loaded, unloaded and dispatched safely and efficiently.
• Provide direction and support to approximately 13–15 Forklift Operators and General Hands.
• Plan and prioritise daily workload to meet operational and customer requirements.
• Coordinate loading of linehaul trailers and containers and loading/unloading of PUD vehicles.
• Ensure freight is prioritised appropriately, including urgent and priority freight.
• Monitor KPIs: transit times, loading times, scanning accuracy, damages, overtime.
• Promote safety culture and compliance with safety practices.
• Identify and address operational issues and escalate when required.
• Investigate causes of freight damage, delays and holdovers.
• Ensure training and competency requirements for team members.
• Work with PM Operations Manager to improve productivity and service levels.

Skills

Leadership

Road transport

Safety awareness

KPIs

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Decision making

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fuse Recruitment is seeking an experienced PM Operations Supervisor to oversee the Adelaide afternoon/evening PM shift for a busy road freight operation. You will lead a team of 13–15 Forklift Operators and General Hands, coordinating loading, unloading and dispatch while driving safety and KPI performance.

This hands-on leadership role focuses on safety, operational excellence and service delivery, with Fridays overtime and a chance to impact the RT/FS operation in a respected logistics