Warehouse Lead & Operations Manager (Forklift Certified)

Planet Protector Packaging; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Protector Packaging in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a Warehouse Manager to lead the on‑floor team and own receipt, storage and dispatch of goods. You will work closely with the Sydney CCO and collaborate with sales and customer experience teams.

This hands‑on role requires a current forklift licence, 5+ years warehousing experience, and strong leadership, organizational and communication skills. You will oversee picking, packing, stock counts, and ensure accurate labeling and paperwork.

Qualifications

• A current forklift licence (essential).
• Minimum 5 years warehousing and distribution experience, ideally leading a team.
• Ability to work safely in a physical environment and lead by example.
• Strong organisational, numerical and communication skills.
• Comfortable with inventory and reporting tools (Xero, Katana and Excel).

Responsibilities

• Lead, train and support the warehouse team, set daily priorities and approve timesheets.
• Oversee picking, packing and dispatch, with standard orders out within 3 business days.
• Load and unload trucks, including forklift operation, and assist with sea freight containers and documentation.
• Receive and store goods accurately, run stock counts and plan reordering.
• Check quality of products and packaging before shipping, and ensure correct labelling and paperwork.
• Coordinate freight partners and customer deliveries, including samples for the sales team.
• Produce daily and weekly production reports.
• Keep equipment maintained and the warehouse clean, safe and free of hazards.
• Drive continuous improvement in pick and pack efficiency and freight and supplier costs.
• Liaise with freight companies and manage movements.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Training

Inventory control

Forklift operation

Communication

Numerical skills

Excel

Tools

Xero

Katana

Excel

Job description

Planet Protector Packaging in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a Warehouse Manager to lead the on‑floor team and own receipt, storage and dispatch of goods. You will work closely with the Sydney CCO and collaborate with sales and customer experience teams.

This hands‑on role requires a current forklift licence, 5+ years warehousing experience, and strong leadership, organizational and communication skills. You will oversee picking, packing, stock counts, and ensure accurate labeling and paperwork.