Warehouse Team Leader - Chef Fresh (Coles Group) - Banksmeadow

Coles Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% discount on purchases year-round

Double discount periods (10%)

MyThanks recognition platform and gift

Career development programs

Coles Group share plan

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Coles Group Manufacturing is hiring a Warehouse Team Leader for the Banksmeadow site. The role oversees day-to-day operations in a high-volume warehouse, coordinating receiving/despatch, truck loading/unloading, and ensuring material availability to support production.

You will lead and develop the team while upholding safety, quality and performance standards; the roster is Monday–Friday 3PM–11PM. Experience in warehouse/food settings and a current forklift licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in fast-paced warehouse, distribution or manufacturing environments.
• Strong warehouse, distribution and transport operations experience.
• Experience with warehouse and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Coordinate receiving and despatch activities, truck loading and unloading.
• Ensure materials are available to support production requirements.
• Lead and develop your team while maintaining safety, quality and performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Warehouse operations

ERP systems

GMP HACCP

Problem solving

Forklift licence

Job description

Warehouse Team Leader - Chef Fresh (Coles Group) - Banksmeadow

From small everyday moments to larger-scale changes unique to a business like ours, you'll really see the difference your work makes every day at Coles Group Manufacturing. Whether you're in a distribution centre, a bakery, in-store or on the road, you're an important part of an Aussie icon at the heart of the nation.

About the role

We're looking for an experienced Warehouse Team Leader to lead day‑to‑day operations in a fast‑paced, high‑volume warehouse environment.

In this hands‑on leadership role, you'll coordinate receiving and despatch activities, truck loading and unloading, and ensure materials are available to support production requirements. You'll also lead and develop your team while maintaining high standards across safety, quality and operational performance.

You will need to be able to work the following roster: (Monday - Friday 3PM - 11PM)

About you and your skills

• Experience leading teams in a fast‑paced warehouse, distribution or manufacturing environment
• Strong warehouse, distribution and transport operations experience
• Experience with warehouse and ERP systems
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP and food safety standards
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills
• A current Forklift Licence – essential

What’s in it for you?

• More cash staying in your pocket: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
• Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform "mythanks". You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
• Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you'll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job‑specific training.
• Investment in your future: Become a part‑owner of the Coles Group. Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre‑tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.
• Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members. paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.

About the application process

We're continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the 'Our Recruitment Process' section of our careers site or email ***************@coles.com.au

Part of creating a safe working environment, our Manufacturing Site operates under a Drug & Alcohol Policy on site. Team members are subject to possible random testing and applicants to this role can expect to undergo tests as part of the recruitment process, in addition to a full physical.