Senior Process Engineer

Vanderlande Industries B.V.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Process Engineer based at our MoRDC facility in Western Sydney will drive operational excellence in a highly automated warehouse environment. You will lead continuous improvement initiatives, coach teams in problem-solving, and partner with cross-functional groups to enhance throughput, quality, and reliability.

The role requires strong communication with senior stakeholders and hands-on TPS principles.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Experience in automated warehousing, manufacturing, logistics, or other highly automated environments.
• Strong understanding of automated material handling systems, controls, software interfaces, and system integration.
• Lean Six Sigma or equivalent continuous improvement certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives from problem identification to implementation and sustainment.
• Coach site teams in problem solving, data analysis, and Toyota Production System mindsets.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and customer teams to improve site performance and reduce losses.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of improvement opportunities aligned to site objectives.

Skills

Automation experience

Data analysis

Problem solving

Leadership

Cross-functional alignment

Excel

Power BI

Toyota Production System

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Title Senior Process Engineer Job Description Effective April 1, 2026, Toyota Automated Logistics brings together Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande's warehousing business, and viastore under one unified brand. During this transition phase, parts of our recruitment activities and communication may still be conducted via legacy company systems and email domains.

Senior Process Engineer At a Glance

As a Senior Process Engineer, based at our MoRDC facility in Western Sydney, you will play a critical role in driving operational excellence within a highly automated warehouse environment. This is a high-visibility leadership role, requiring strong influence across Toyota Automated Logistics teams and customer teams, as well as confident communication with senior stakeholders. Working closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and customer teams, you will identify improvement opportunities, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and enhance the performance, reliability, and stability of one of our most advanced automation systems. As we continue the journey to fully implement Toyota Production System mindsets and ways of working, your ability to coach others, build capability, and apply structured improvement frameworks will be highly valued. Your Impact Build deep technical expertise in the ASRS system, including its equipment, controls, software interactions, and operational performance. Analyse operational data and system performance to identify opportunities that improve throughput, quality, reliability, and efficiency. Lead continuous improvement initiatives from problem identification through to implementation, verification, and sustainment. Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, and customer teams to eliminate recurring losses, optimise site performance, and build alignment across Toyota Automated Logistics and customer stakeholders. Develop and maintain a pipeline of improvement opportunities aligned to operational priorities and long-term site objectives. Provide technical expertise & leadership during complex investigations, periods of performance instability, Priority incidents, and support structured root cause analysis activities. Coach and mentor site teams in problem-solving methodologies, data analysis, Toyota Production System mindsets, and continuous improvement practices, helping leaders and team members develop practical capability in daily management and structured problem solving.

What Makes You a Great Fit?

• Degree qualified in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Experience within automated warehousing, manufacturing, logistics, industrial automation, or other highly automated operational environments.
• Strong technical understanding of automated material handling systems, controls, software interfaces, and system integration.
• Proven track record delivering sustainable performance improvements through structured problem solving and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical capability with experience using tools such as Excel, Power BI, and operational performance reporting platforms.
• Demonstrated leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to align cross-functional teams, customer teams, and support functions without relying solely on direct authority.
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence and clarity to engage technical, operational, customer, and senior leadership stakeholders in a high-visibility environment.
• Highly Regarded Experience with automated storage and retrieval systems.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience facilitating root cause analysis, workshops, and operational improvement programs.
• Hands-on experience applying Toyota Production System principles, Lean leadership, daily management, or an equivalent framework—in an operational environment.
• Experience coaching leaders, engineers, operators, or customer teams in structured problem solving, waste identification, standard work, or continuous improvement routines.

What You Can Look Forward To

• Competitive salary package with a global leader in warehouse automation and intralogistics.
• The opportunity to work in a highly visible role supporting one of Toyota Automated Logistics' most strategic and technologically advanced operations.
• Career development pathways into leadership, operational excellence, engineering, and global project roles.
• Exposure to global engineering expertise and best-practice continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ongoing professional development, technical training, and mentorship opportunities.
• A collaborative, innovative, and safety-focused culture backed by the strength of Toyota Industries Corporation.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Toyota Automated Logistics, we believe diversity makes us stronger.

We are committed to equal opportunities and an inclusive work environment, and base our hiring decisions on qualifications, potential, and motivation.

Support or adjustments during the application process are available upon request.

Who We Are At Toyota Automated Logistics

As part of Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO), we are a global partner for integrated warehouse automation solutions. Founded in April 2026, we bring together the strengths of Bastian Solutions, viastore, and Vanderlande's warehousing business under one unified brand. Together, we develop scalable automation systems, intelligent software, and end-to-end services across the entire lifecycle for customers around the world. Our ambition is clear: to set industry benchmarks and actively shape the future of intralogistics.

Vanderlande designs, delivers, and supports automation technology, operational software, and lifecycle services for leading airports and parcel operations worldwide. Across more than 100 countries, our customers rely on us to keep their operations moving reliably, efficiently, and sustainably. Behind every solution are the people who make a difference. At Vanderlande, how we work matters just as much as what we deliver. Our values, Every Day Better, We Care, and Team Play, guide how we collaborate, support each other, and create value for our customers.

Here, you can work with colleagues across disciplines and cultures, contribute to work that makes a difference, and build your future in an organisation that invites you to grow. Explore what is possible at Vanderlande and discover how you can make an impact. Aspire. Grow. Achieve. Together.

Your contact for questions: Nada Vidakovic - [e-mail]