Despatch Supervisor

Reporting to the Logistics and Warehousing Manager, you will be responsible for all the despatch operations at the Geelong Wire Mill and the coordination of our interstate warehousing and logistics functions.
You will ensure that the deliveries are despatched within deadlines and promote a continuous improvement culture.Your responsibilities will include: Lead and motivate the despatch team through expertise and action
Identify process and safety improvement opportunities
Build and maintain excellent customer relationships
Conduct audits, stocktakes and training in relation to warehouse processes and procedures
Coordinate the duties and activities of crew members to implement despatch plans in adherence to the despatch schedules
Involved in the development of supply agreements, personnel training, review of warehouse layouts, supply of equipment, management of safety standards, etc.
Perform load checks and auditing of loads and load restraint
Ensure that the processes are operating in an environmentally responsible manner and as per the procedures Requirements for this role: Be a proven supervisor/leader experienced in transport, distribution or logistics
Have experience and or knowledge of the transport industry or warehousing
Understanding of capacity planning, schedule adherence and DIFOT management
Advanced stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills
High focus on team development, engagement and involvement
Knowledge of Chain of Responsibility, including load restraint, mass and fatigue management, etc.
Understanding of Supply Chain Management concepts
Experience in SAP
Effective influencing and conflict resolution skills
Below are some of our key central benefits that are available to all employees.
Other benefits may be available depending on your role or site.
Generous parental leave: weeks paid Primary Carer Leave and 3 weeks paid Partner Leave for those who have worked at the business for at least months.
The company also provides superannuation contributions for the Primary Carer during the period of unpaid parental leave for eligible employees (limitations apply).
Access to long service leave after 5 years: Employees who are not covered by an Enterprise Agreement can access accrued Long Service Leave (LSL) at the rate of weeks per year of service after 5 years continuous service.
Employee Benefits Program: discounts for employees, friends and family on a huge selection of products and services from a variety of brands including Samsung, Coles, Harvey Norman, Village Cinemas, Dick Smith, Vodafone, Thrifty and many more.
Recruitment referral awards: $0 is awarded to eligible employees for referring friends or family to an open role if the candidate is successful.
Corporate rates for private health insurance: Nib Health Insurance offers discounted cover for employees.
InfraBuild is Australia's leading integrated steel manufacturing, distribution and recycling business, making steel using our electric arc furnaces.
We provide solutions for commercial and residential construction, large scale and nation-building infrastructure as well as our primary producers and rural sectors.
With ambitions to be carbon neutral by 0, each day we help build futures through sustainable steel.
InfraBuild wire team is Australia's largest manufacturer of wire for construction and manufacturing industries.
Our wire products are used in the manufacture of products from nails for the building industry to wire rope for draglines used in open cut mining.
With InfraBuild Mills located in Geelong, VIC and Newcastle NSW, our facilities are ideally placed to service our customers' requirements across Australia & New Zealand.We offer more than just a job; we provide a dynamic environment built on three pillars that define our commitment to both our team and our industry.
Work with a greater purpose: Join us in the pursuit of a sustainable future as we progress our ambition to become carbon-neutral.
You will contribute to a legacy that not only helps to build our nation but sustains our environment for future generations.
Embrace a culture where differences are celebrated, innovation is embraced and valuing everyone's unique perspectives contributes to our transformation.
Work well - live better: We understand the importance of working in an environment which supports you to balance your personal and professional life.
Experience a culture which values you as a whole person - where family extends to the workplace and your well-being matters.
You'll thrive not only in your career with us, but beyond.
Build your own future: Step into a culture where every day is an opportunity to grow, and where driving your own development is not just encouraged; it's expected.
You'll be empowered to take the wheel of your learning journey and uncover your potential.
The possibilities are limitless.
We invite you to forge your career in a workplace where passion meets purpose, wellbeing is nurtured and the opportunity to thrive is in your hands.
It is our ambition at InfraBuild to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.
We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply.
Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow.
We are a 5 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.