Transport Operations Supervisor

at  Niche Logistics

We are seeking an experienced Transport Operations Supervisor to join the team at the VIC Depot based in Altona.
The Transport Operations Supervisors position is to ensure a safe and cost-effective operation, that ensures both Niche’s Customers and Teams Members can be at their best every day!
Your great attitude, fast thinking and People Leadership capabilities nature will be highly regarded.

EXPERIENCE:

• Min 3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Background in express freight preferable
• Forklift License (Desirable)
• Competence with Microsoft Programs
• Strong written, verbal communication and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge & Experience with CoR regulations and Compliance relating to the transport industry.
• Must have a good working knowledge of express transport operations.
• Must have a good working knowledge of FMCG transport operations.
• Resilience, passion, and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong focus on safety and compliance.
• Motivated self-starter that can work autonomously with attention to detail
• A high level of motivation and energy with a strong focus on achieving outstanding customer experience results.

• Supervising transport & logistics function including load maximisation and time management of depot staff.
• Daily management of the business to achieve planned/budgeted KPIs, cost outcomes, safety measures, and service levels.
• Ensuring the efficient, safe, and secure loading, unloading, movement and packing of freight.
• Lead and mentor direct reports, creating a customer first culture, that delivers great results.
• Working alongside the Depot Manager, Truck Drivers and Operations Support areas and to ensure the operation of the shift runs according to plan.
• Effectively communicate with team members and key stakeholders
• Performing quality checks on materials/stock and identify and report damages, shortages, or quality deficiencies.
• Ensure accurate loading documentation is completed.
• Inspecting machinery including forklift and other control equipment to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance in accordance with the sites WHS practices.
• Keeping updated records of inventory and activity logs
• Continuous improvement of systems and processes