Shift Manager

Job no: 496192
Work type: Full time
Location: Western Australia
Categories: Management, Mining, Resources & Energy

ABOUT US

Qube Ports provides port solutions and logistics services with bulk and general handling facilities in over 40 Australian, New Zealand and Southeast Asian ports. Qube Energy/Forestry is a subsidiary of Qube Ports. Qube Ports is the leading Stevedoring, Bulk Logistics and Port Management service provider in Australia

Qube Ports manages 25 sites for the forestry industry in Australia and New Zealand and is also the leading provider of supply chain logistics services to the energy sector, supporting thousands of onshore wells and rig supply vessels, barges and offshore construction vessels annually.

We lead the market in providing purpose-designed solutions for our customers, handling containers, bulk, automotive and general cargo.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the WA Operations Manager, this hands-on leadership role is integral in managing our Stevedoring operations and will drive operational and safety performance. The successful applicant will thrive on working in a dynamic environment and be committed to quality and continuous improvement with a focus on safety and customer performance standards.

This is a full-time role; however, hours are irregular, and shifts will vary from day to day.

ABOUT YOU

You will be committed to safety in the workplace and be committed to 100% Chain of Responsibility compliance. We're proud of our 'Zero Harm' initiative and provide extensive on-the-job training to ensure you get home safely at the end of every day.

Qube is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage women, veterans and Indigenous peoples of all ages to apply

Specific Responsibilities

• Ensure appropriate communication of standards, expectations and procedures to the operational team through pre start safety and information discussions and meetings.
• Selects, prepares and directs the use of appropriate equipment in a safe and productive manner that contributes to safe practices, damage prevention and productivity.
• Directs and manages the performance of the operations team on the job to ensure a safe and efficient operation.
• Liaises with Agents and Vessels' Chief Officer to ensure all tasks are coordinated consistent with sequence of discharge and load plans.
• Complete and process all required documents including damage, discharge and load plans.
• Communicate and liaise with vessel Chief Officers and client representatives to ensure that performance objectives are achieved according to the vessel plan.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with employment terms (EA's), OH&S and Environmental legislation and company policy and take necessary corrective action.
• Resolve queries and issues raised by the workforce relating to policy and practice and elevate the issues to the Operations Manager when appropriate.
• Identify and submit hazard and near miss reports. Conduct safety observations and recommendations for corrective action to the Operations Manager.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Supervisory experience in the stevedoring, bulk handling or similar industry.
• Experience in high-risk operating environments
• Understanding of operational capabilities of machinery and lifting gear
• Experience in regulated workplace environments.
• Computer skills – Excel, word, outlook

Desirable

• Tertiary qualifications in logistics/ related field
• Appropriate licences eg. forklift, rigger, crane, Front End Loader (FEL), LV & HV

Key Competencies/Skills

• Team management and leadership
• Problem solving ability
• Negotiation skills
• Communication skills
• Focus on safety
• Conflict resolution
• Customer focused and responsive to customer requirements
• Performance and task driven
• Analytical & financial understanding
• Time management

Why QUBE?

At Qube, we recognise that our people are our most important asset and are the engine that drives our organisation, playing a vital role in ensuring our business achieve our objectives and deliver on our commitments. We believe that attracting the right people and rewarding performance is vital for success.

BENEFITS

1. Up to 50% off gyms, studios, active wear, healthy meals, supplements, recovery and more through the Qube Fit program.
2. Discounted health insurance
3. Special paid leave to participate in volunteering activities
4. Unlimited access to employee assistance program delivered through Sonder
5. Generous paid parental leave
6. Access to Qube wellbeing program

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that is experiencing rapid growth and continued leadership. Apply now

Advertised: 23 May 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 23 Jun 2025 W. Australia Standard Time