Ambient Warehouse Manager
MEDLOG is a global logistics and supply chain operator specialising in container transport, intermodal logistics, warehousing and freight services.
We are seeking an experienced warehouse leader to manage our Ambient Warehouse operation at our Merbein site. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the safe, efficient and effective operation of the warehouse, its people, stock and equipment.
About the role
Reporting to the Transport Manager – Merbein, the Ambient Warehouse Manager will lead the day-to-day warehouse operation and manage the Ambient Warehouse team.
The position is responsible for maintaining a safe and productive workplace, allocating resources, managing performance and attendance, overseeing stock and equipment, and ensuring operational targets and customer requirements are met.
This is a full-time, on-site position working 38 hours per week.
Key responsibilities
Lead the safe and efficient operation of the Ambient Warehouse
Manage team workloads, rosters, attendance, overtime and leave
Monitor team performance and provide regular coaching and feedback
Ensure employee licences, training and cross-training remain current
Lead toolbox meetings and reinforce MEDLOG’s safety requirements
Ensure hazards, incidents and near misses are reported appropriately
Oversee the accurate and timely packing and unpacking of containers
Coordinate trailers, pre-loads and stock transport requirements
Maintain accurate stock records, paperwork and system updates
Verify stock movements and investigate or correct stock discrepancies
Develop and implement standard operating procedures
Oversee warehouse equipment, preventative maintenance and site infrastructure
Liaise with internal teams and customers to resolve operational issues
Maintain a clean, organised and safe warehouse environment
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
At least three years of warehouse operations experience
Demonstrated leadership and people-management capability
Experience allocating work and managing operational priorities
Strong knowledge of warehouse safety and compliance requirements
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong customer service and stakeholder-management skills
Intermediate Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel skills
A current driver licence
Full Australian working rights
Experience managing a large warehouse and supervising warehouse employees will be highly regarded.
A current forklift licence, Dangerous Goods licence, relevant tertiary qualification and knowledge of CargoWise would also be advantageous.
Why join MEDLOG?
Lead an established warehouse operation at our Merbein site
Take responsibility for people, safety, stock and operational performance
Work across warehouse, transport and customer-facing activities
Join a growing international logistics organisation
Be part of a team focused on safety, integrity and continuous improvement
All successful applicants will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening, and police clearance.
If you are an experienced warehouse leader looking to take responsibility for a varied and operationally important site, we would like to hear from you.