Shift Manager

Job no: 496704

Work type: Full time

Location: South Australia

Categories: Management, Transport & Logistics, Trades and Services

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 South Australia 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

• Plan, organise and manage the operations achieving safe and effective results including vessel planning and allocation of labour
• Lead, motivate and direct employees to perform their functions in accordance with safety and operational standards
• Ensure that all statutory obligations and company policies in respect to Human Resources, WHS&E are adhered to at all times
• Manage individual employee performance including discipline, grievances and training in conjunction with the Operations Manager
• Ensure adequate security is maintained on site at all times
• Liaise with clients in relation to the progress of their operations and to establish and maintain productive relationships
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and standard operating procedures of Qube and client organisations

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

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

• Up to 50% off gyms, studios, active wear, healthy meals, supplements, recovery and more through the Qube Fit program.

• Discounted health insurance

• Special paid leave to participate in volunteering activities

• Unlimited access to employee assistance program delivered through Sonder

• Generous paid parental leave

• Access to Qube wellbeing program

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

Advertised: 15 Sep 2025 Cen. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 15 Oct 2025 Cen. Australia Daylight Time