Warehouse Operations Supervisor

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime potential

Medical and retirement benefits

Training and advancement opportunities

Supportive work environment

Stable job in Queenstown

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Warehouse Operations Supervisor for our Queenstown facility. You will oversee daily receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping, leading a team to ensure accuracy and efficiency while enforcing safety protocols.

Key responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating warehousing and distribution activities, optimizing space, conducting stocktakes, and training new team members in procedures and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Experience as Warehouse Supervisor or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and logistics.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a warehouse.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts) and related software.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate warehouse staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, and distribution of products.
• Maintain space efficiency and a clean, organized warehouse.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
• Monitor inventory levels and perform regular stocktakes.
• Train new staff on procedures and safety guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Health & Safety

Forklift Experience

Education

High school diploma

Warehouse certification

Tools

Warehouse management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and organized Warehouse Operations Supervisor to manage their facility in Queenstown . This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities of the warehouse, including receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping goods. You will lead a team of warehouse staff, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and adherence to safety protocols. This position is critical to maintaining smooth supply chain operations for the business in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of warehouse staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee the accurate receiving, warehousing, and distribution of products.
• Ensure efficient space utilization and maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
• Implement and enforce all safety regulations and company policies within the warehouse.
• Monitor inventory levels and participate in regular stocktakes to ensure accuracy.
• Train new warehouse staff on operational procedures and safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Warehouse Supervisor or in a similar warehouse operations role.
• Strong understanding of warehouse procedures, inventory management, and logistics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts) and relevant software.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further education or certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with potential for overtime.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for training and advancement within logistics operations.
• Be a key contributor to the operational efficiency in Queenstown .
• A stable and supportive work environment.