Senior Logistics Engineer

DSV Global Transport and Logistics; City of Hume; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV Global Transport and Logistics is seeking a Senior Logistics Engineer for Melbourne or Sydney. You will lead automation and operational engineering projects, ensure seamless onboarding of new business, and drive continuous improvement in warehouse operations.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage project scopes, timelines, and cost models, and travel as needed to deliver high-impact logistics solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering, or Automation & Mechatronics engineering.
• 8+ years in logistics, warehousing, or 3PL, with 3+ years in solution design, automation, or process engineering projects.
• Solid analytical and commercial understanding of contract logistics; strong WMS/IT setups.
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills; proactive with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to travel interstate or internationally (approx. 20%).

Responsibilities

• Take handover RFQ solutions and develop detailed operational requirements (MDPs, BPDs, BRDs, layouts).
• Lead automation implementations, manage changes, recalibrations, and vendor deliverables.
• Coordinate with A&I teams to align WMS designs with operations requirements.
• Collaborate with commercial and operations to evaluate variances and adjust resources and costs.
• Lead projects and workshops, ensuring timelines, risk management, and compliance with policies.

Skills

WMS knowledge

Analytical skills

Operational IT awareness

Strong communication

Execution discipline

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Logistics/Automation & Mechatronics

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

DSV Global Transport and Logistics – Melbourne Airport VIC

23d ago , from DSV Global Transport and Logistics

Are you passionate about putting customers first, delivering the best performance, and fostering true collaboration to keep the supply chains flowing? Join us and be a part of DSV’s global family.

DSV Solutions is seeking to hire a skilled and passionate Senior Logistics Engineer in Sydney or Melbourne.

Do you get excited about operational efficiencies, complex project implementations, and shaping next-generation warehouse solutions? If you thrive on taking solution designs from concept all the way through to live execution, we have the perfect role for you.

We are looking for aSenior Logistics Engineer to join our team in Sydney or Melbourne. Reporting to the Lead Process Engineer, you will serve as the core operational engineering stakeholder during project implementations—ensuring new business onboarding, warehouse automation, and continuous improvement projects seamlessly transition into high-performing operations.

What You'll Be Doing

• Solution Implementation & Calibration: Take handover RFQ solutions from design teams and develop detailed operational requirements, including Material Flow Diagrams, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Requirement Documents, and Operation Layouts.
• Automation & Engineering Projects: Lead operational engineering and automation implementations, managing change assessments, system recalibrations, and vendor deliverables.
• System Integration: Collaborate closely with Application & Integration (A&I) teams to ensure WMS designs and system setups align with operational process requirements.
• Commercial Alignment: Work with commercial and operations teams to evaluate variances between initial proposals and final operational models, adjusting resources and cost models as needed.
• Project Stakeholder Leadership: Drive operational compliance, maintain timelines, mitigate risks, and lead workshops. For medium-sized projects, step in to act as Project Manager.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure all designs and implementations comply with OHS, quality, and sustainability/environmental policies.

What You'll Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering, or Automation & Mechatronics Engineering (Postgraduate degree is an advantage).
• Experience: 8+ years in logistics, warehousing, or 3PL (preferably in an international environment), with 3+ years specifically focused on solution design, automation, or process engineering project implementations.
• Technical Proficiency: Solid analytical and commercial understanding of contract logistics; strong knowledge of WMS and operational IT setups; advanced MS Office skills (Excel & PowerPoint).
• Skills & Execution: Proven track record in structured project delivery (on time and on budget), strong written communication/documentation skills, and the ability to work proactively under minimal supervision.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel interstate or internationally on a project basis (approx. 20%).

Bonus Points If You Have

• Exposure to automation, robotics or warehouse design projects.
• Intercultural working experience or background in international contract logistics.
• Practical working experience with AutoCAD.

Why Join Us?

• Play a critical, hands‑on role in implementing major business and automation projects.
• Work in a dynamic, regional environment that balances strategic design with real‑world execution.
• Enjoy opportunities for continuous professional growth and cross‑functional leadership. Work on projects that genuinely transform supply chains.
• Collaborate with knowledgeable, passionate and supportive colleagues.
• Help shape the future of logistics in a business that values innovation and fresh thinking.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don't just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world‑class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward‑thinking company – this is the place to be.

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