Yard Supervisor

The Opportunity

We are looking for a switched-on, hands-on Yard Supervisor / Yard Coordinator to take ownership of a busy yard in Melbourne's western suburbs.

This is a permanent, full-time Monday-Friday position for someone who knows how to keep a busy yard organised, safe & productive.

You'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of the yard, managing stock movements, coordinating incoming & outgoing jobs, maintaining organised yard stacks & keeping traffic moving safely.

This isn't a desk job. You'll be on the ground, working with the team, solving problems & getting stuck in when required.

The Role Your Responsibilities Will Include

Allocating stock & ensuring the right equipment is in the right placeMaintaining safe, organised & efficient yard stacksCoordinating incoming & outgoing jobsDirecting traffic through a busy, high-volume yardCoordinating daily yard activities & keeping jobs movingPhysically assisting with yard duties, cleaning & preparing containersInspecting stock & ensuring equipment is presented to a high standardUsing a two-way radio to communicate with drivers & team membersMaintaining accurate computer records & stock allocationsProcessing job movements & keeping information up to dateWorking closely with Warehouse, Fleet & Operations teamsStepping into fleet duties when required to cover absencesMaintaining a high standard of housekeeping & yard presentationIdentifying problems early & taking action to resolve themEnsuring all activities are completed safely & efficiently

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is highly organised, proficient & switched on, with the ability to quickly understand the operation & take ownership.

You'll Ideally Have

Previous experience in a yard, warehouse, transport, logistics or similar environmentExperience coordinating stock, jobs, equipment or daily yard activitiesStrong organisational & time management skillsExcellent attention to detailGood computer skills & confidence learning new systemsExperience working in a busy, high-traffic environmentConfidence communicating over a two-way radioA strong safety-first mindsetThe ability to manage multiple incoming & outgoing jobsA practical, hands-on approachThe confidence to direct traffic & coordinate people around the yardThe initiative to identify what needs doing & get it doneThe ability to step up & take responsibility when required

A current Forklift Licence is preferred.

Why This Role?

This is a varied operation supporting a broad range of commercial, construction & major project requirements.

One day you could be coordinating standard yard movements, while the next you're helping manage equipment requirements for a large-scale project with tight deadlines.

You'll need to pick things up quickly, understand how the entire yard operates & become the person others can rely on to keep things moving.

There is also the opportunity to provide support across fleet operations when required, giving the right person exposure to more than just the yard.

What We're Offering

Monday-Friday fulltime hoursHands-on leadership opportunityBusy & varied working environmentOpportunity to take ownership of the yard operationVariety across yard, stock, logistics & fleetCompetitive hourly rate based on experience & capabilityOpportunity for the right person to grow with the business

Location Based in Melbourne's western suburbs, this role would suit someone living within approximately 20-30 minutes of the area.

How To Apply

If you're a hands-on Yard Supervisor / Yard Coordinator who is organised, safety focused & capable of taking ownership of a busy operation, we'd like to hear from you.

Please submit your application with an up-to-date resume outlining your relevant yard, warehouse, logistics or supervisory experience.

Only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements of the role will be contacted to discuss the opportunity further.