Shift Supervisor - Cold Storage & Team Leader

Karras Cold Logistics; Cumberland; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Karras Cold Logistics, a NewCold company, seeks an experienced Shift Supervisor to lead our afternoon warehouse team within a temperature-controlled facility in Australia. You will supervise daily inbound, outbound and storage operations, ensuring accuracy, safety and efficiency while developing staff and maintaining high service standards.

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, you will oversee forklift operations, select and coordinate transport activities, and drive continuous improvement across

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse supervisory or team leadership role.
• Experience in cold storage, transport or logistics environments.
• A current forklift licence, with demonstrated experience operating high-reach and counterbalance forklifts.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate, support and develop team members.
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and inventory control processes.
• Good computer literacy, including the ability to prepare manifests and operational documentation.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and time management skills.
• The ability to prioritise competing demands and remain calm under pressure.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.
• A commitment to workplace safety, operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
• The ability to work comfortably in a temperature-controlled warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and motivate the afternoon shift team to achieve operational targets and maintain productivity.
• Coordinate daily inbound, outbound and reverse logistics operations.
• Oversee the safe and efficient loading, unloading, picking and dispatch of goods.
• Operate high-reach and counterbalance forklifts as required.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety, hygiene and cold chain requirements.
• Maintain inventory accuracy, stock rotation and warehouse organisation.
• Prepare local transport manifests, dispatch documentation and other operational paperwork.
• Monitor workflow, identify operational challenges and implement practical solutions to minimise delays.
• Liaise with internal teams, transport personnel and customers regarding orders, deliveries and operational requirements.
• Support the Warehouse Manager with reporting, administrative tasks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote a positive, accountable and safety‑focused team culture.

Skills

Forklift licence

Team leadership

WMS experience

Inventory control

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Safety compliance

Tools

WMS software

Job description

Karras Cold Logistics, a NewCold company, seeks an experienced Shift Supervisor to lead our afternoon warehouse team within a temperature-controlled facility in Australia. You will supervise daily inbound, outbound and storage operations, ensuring accuracy, safety and efficiency while developing staff and maintaining high service standards.

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, you will oversee forklift operations, select and coordinate transport activities, and drive continuous improvement across