Warehouse Supervisor

Livetownsvillenorthqueensland; Mount Isa City; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Salary sacrifice options

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Employee referral programs

Performance bonuses

Recognition programs

Job summary

Sandvik in Mount Isa is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee day-to-day warehouse operations, ensure safe, efficient, and accurate supply of spare parts and materials, and lead a team across receiving, inventory, cycle counting, dispatch, and pick-and-pack activities.

You will drive continuous improvement, maintain compliance with EHS policies, and build strong relationships with management, suppliers and customers while delivering outstanding service in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in warehouse, inventory or logistics operations.
• Strong leadership, organisational and time management skills.
• Well developed customer relationship and stakeholder management capabilities.
• A commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• A current driver's licence.
• Current LF (Forklift) and LO (Order Picker) licences.
• Qualifications in warehousing, inventory management, purchasing or supply chain management will be highly regarded.
• Exposure to the mining industry will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with EHS policies and safe work practices.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of warehouse employees to achieve business objectives.
• Oversee all warehouse functions including receiving, inventory control, cycle counting, dispatch, and pick-and-pack operations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of warehouse layouts and storage solutions to maximise efficiency and inventory accuracy.
• Build and maintain relationships with management, suppliers and customers.
• Monitor performance and prepare reports on productivity, KPIs, EHS performance and team development.
• Facilitate toolbox meetings and on-the-job training for team growth.
• Prioritise workloads and allocate resources to meet targets and service requirements.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained across activities.
• Lead warehouse improvement projects and process enhancements.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Leadership

Customer relationship

Safety and quality

Forklift licence

Order picker licence

Education

Qualifications in warehousing, inventory management, purchasing or supply chain management

Tools

LF licence (Forklift)

LO licence (Order Picker)

Job description

Job Description

Sandvik is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to join our team in Mount Isa. Reporting to the relevant operations leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring the safe, efficient and accurate supply of spare parts and materials to our customers.

As a key member of the team, you will lead warehouse personnel and drive operational excellence across all warehouse functions, including receiving, inventory management, cycle counting, dispatch, and pick-and-pack activities. You will play an important role in maintaining compliance with Sandvik warehousing and logistics procedures while delivering outstanding service to both internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with Sandvik EHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of warehouse employees, providing direction, guidance and support to achieve business objectives.
• Oversee all warehouse functions, including receiving, inventory control, cycle counting, dispatch, and pick-and-pack operations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of warehouse layouts and storage solutions to maximise efficiency and inventory accuracy.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with management, suppliers and customers.
• Monitor operational performance and prepare regular reports on productivity, KPIs, EHS performance and team development.
• Facilitate toolbox meetings, provide on-the-job training, and support the growth and development of team members.
• Prioritise daily workloads and allocate resources effectively to achieve operational targets and service requirements.
• Ensure quality standards are maintained across all warehouse activities.
• Lead and support warehouse improvement projects, process enhancements and succession planning initiatives.

About the Employer

Sandvik is a global leading Original Equipment Manufacturer, delivering comprehensive equipment, tools, parts, services, technical and digital solutions tailored to the mining, mineral processing, infrastructure and manufacturing industries. The Sandvik Group has over 41,000 employees spread across more than 150 countries globally.

Our purpose is to advance the world through engineering by helping customers transition sustainably in mining, rock processing, and component and intelligent manufacturing. Sustainability is integral to our growth and our customers' success. We embed sustainability in all aspects, from R&D to product innovation and supply chain sourcing. Collaborating closely with customers, we enhance product impact and efficiency through technology and data-driven solutions, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050 and 90% circularity by 2030.

We work to protect and advance people, enabling diversity, equity and inclusion in our business, human rights in our value chain and resilient communities where we work. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount. Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation.

About the Candidate

To be successful in this role, you will bring proven leadership experience within a warehouse, logistics or inventory environment, along with a strong understanding of operational processes and customer service excellence. You are a proactive and organised professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively balance competing priorities while delivering results.

You will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and motivate teams to achieve high performance. Your ability to lead by example, solve problems and drive continuous improvement will be key to your success.

Required Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in warehouse, inventory or logistics operations.
• Strong leadership, organisational and time management skills.
• Well‑developed customer relationship and stakeholder management capabilities.
• A commitment to safety, quality and continuous improvement.
• A current driver's licence.
• Current LF (Forklift) and LO (Order Picker) licences.
• Qualifications in warehousing, inventory management, purchasing or supply chain management will be highly regarded.
• Exposure to the mining industry will be advantageous.

To be eligible for this role, you must have the right to live and work in Australia. Please note that as part of our recruitment process, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment medical.

Work Environment

• A competitive remuneration package
• Salary sacrifice options and Length of Service Recognition
• Paid Parental Leave and flexible working options
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral programs
• Performance-based bonus incentives
• Recognition and reward programs aligned to individual and business performance

Sandvik is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women, recognising our ongoing commitment to gender equality, inclusive workplace policies, and meaningful support for women at every stage of their careers. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, and we encourage you to explore our policies and employee benefits on the WORK180 website. In addition, we are honoured to have achieved Silver Status for our Health and Wellbeing Program through the WorkSafe QLD Be Recognised Program, reflecting our ongoing dedication to creating a safe, healthy, and engaging work environment.