Warehousing & Logistics Manager

• Shape the future of rail transport
• Opportunities for career growth & development
• Day to day operations of multiple warehouses across 2 sites

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for warehousing and logistics? Do you thrive in organising processes and leading teams to success? If so, we want you to join our team We are actively seeking a highly motivated and experienced Warehousing & Logistics Manager to drive excellence in our supply chain operations.

About Your Role

Reporting to the Planning & Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of a wide range of goods. Your primary focus will be to streamline operations, improve processes, and lead a diverse team to meet and exceed business objectives.

This role will be offered on a full-time permanent basis, with up to 20 direct reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Warehouse Management: Oversee day-to-day operations of our warehouse, ensuring efficient workflows and compliance with safety regulations.
• Inventory Control: Maintain optimal inventory levels through accurate stock management and regular audits.
• Logistics Coordination: Plan and coordinate transportation of goods, manage relationships with suppliers and logistics partners.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of warehouse staff, promoting a culture of inclusion and collaboration.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational excellence.

About You

• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and logistics management.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience in similar role, especially in the Rail industry or other safety-critical environments (automotive, defence, avionics, mining or heavy industry).
• Software Utilisation: Proficiency using software tools like MS Office (Word, Excel), warehouse management software and databases. SAP Warehouse Management module experience essential.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills: Focus on promoting diversity and inclusion.
• Commitment to safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Adopting New Technologies: Demonstrated willingness to embrace new technologies, methods, and systems.
• Independent Work and Multi-tasking: Proven ability to independently organize and prioritise tasks, manage multiple complex tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines.

Our Benefits

• Work-life Balance: At UGL, we understand the importance of maintaining a balance between professional and personal life. We provide flexible working hours and are understanding about family commitments.
• Equal Opportunities: We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that everyone has the same opportunities for career advancement and skill development.
• Supportive Environment: Our workplace culture nurtures mutual respect and understanding. We believe in treating every individual fairly and firmly discourage any form of discrimination or harassment.
• Health & Well-being: We understand the wellness needs of our employees by supporting a range of health and wellness programs – AIA Vitality, Salary Continuance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About UGL

UGL is a well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services within; rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world's largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

At UGL, we value diversity – in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.

Ref: 263260

Discipline
Warehouse Manager

Primary Location
Australia-NSW-Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter

Work Type
Full-time