Yard Supervisor

About Centurion

Centurion is one of Australia’s leading independently owned logistics providers, delivering safe, reliable, and efficient transport solutions nationwide. Established in 1971, we operate a vast network of 34 branches across Western Australia, Queensland, Northern Territory, South Australia, and Victoria, supporting some of the country’s largest industries.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Yard Supervisor to lead our afternoon shift operations in Hazelmere. This role is responsible for overseeing all yard activities to ensure freight is handled safely, efficiently, and in line with operational and customer requirements.

You will play a key role in driving operational performance, maintaining compliance, and leading a high-performing team while fostering a strong safety culture.

This is a Monday to Friday PM Shift role (2:00pm – 10:00pm) with expected overtime, supervising yard operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and day-to-day direction to yard staff, promoting a positive, inclusive, and safety-first culture
• Oversee the safe and efficient loading, unloading, and movement of freight to maximise payload and equipment utilisation
• Manage workforce planning, including rostering, attendance, and leave to ensure operational coverage and continuity
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, safety, and service delivery
• Ensure team members are adequately trained, equipped, and supported to perform their roles safely and effectively
• Manage workplace matters including performance, conduct, and conflict resolution in collaboration with People & Capability
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, customers, and suppliers
• Monitor yard performance and escalate operational issues or service delays as required
• Maintain compliance with all relevant regulations, including Chain of Responsibility (CoR) and fatigue management requirements
• Provide leadership coverage for after-hours operations as required

About You

• Demonstrated experience in a supervisory role within a transport or logistics environment
• Strong understanding of freight handling, scanning, and manifesting processes
• Proven leadership capability with the ability to motivate and develop teams
• Sound knowledge of fatigue management legislation and Chain of Responsibility obligations
• Ability to interpret Enterprise Bargaining Agreements (EBA)
• Strong problem-solving, organisational, and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Proficiency in transport systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Current LF (Forklift) licence
• Load Restraint knowledge and/or certification, with the ability to ensure compliant and safe load securement practices

Why Join Centurion?

• Work for a respected leader in the Australian logistics industry
• Competitive salary aligned with your experience and capability
• Supportive and high-performing team environment
• Access to employee benefits, including health insurance discounts
• Opportunities for career growth and development within a national business

How to Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your logistics career, we want to hear from you. Click Apply Now or contact recruitment@centurion.net.au for more information.

Centurion is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from women and First Nations People.

Please note: We do not accept applications from recruitment agencies. Direct applicants only.