About the role

We currently have an exciting full-time opportunity located at Brunswick Industries in Reservoir for an experienced Operations Lead.

This role reports directly to the Operations Manager as their second in charge. You will be ensuring that corporate customer KPI’s are met, all areas are adequately resourced and that all employees work in a clean and safe environment. This will support efficient operation of the stores and warehouse facility. In addition to this, you will assist our supported employees to meet their training goals, maintain support ratios and support note taking in line with the company expectations.

Days and hours of work are Monday – Thursday 7:30am – 4:00pm and Friday 7:30am – 2:00pm.

What you'll need to succeed

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Warehousing/Logistics environment
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Experience supervising others
• A passion for supporting people with disabilities to achieve the best they can – bring your special talents to their experience!
• Experience in the Disability Sector and/or formal qualifications in Disability or Warehousing & Logistics is desirable
• Competency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to enable effective and appropriate interaction at all levels within the organisation as well as corporate customers and supported employees
• The ability to write factual and concise file notes and reports as required
• Commitment to the principles of Workplace Health and Safety, Equal Employment Opportunity, Cultural Diversity and all relevant legislation

Must haves

• Right to work in Australia
• NDIS Worker Screening Check - We are working with vulnerable people and this check is required to ensure we are employing people that do not present a risk to participants
• Certificate in First Aid Level 2 + CPR
• Full Victorian driver licence (manual) and a forklift licence
• Evidence of Covid-19 vaccination, including booster (or medical exemption)

About Brunswick Industries & Wallara Australia

Brunswick Industries is part of Wallara Australia, and we are an innovative, sector leading support service for adults with different abilities. We provide meaningful employment through training and development for people with different abilities. You would be joining a $30 million provider across two of Melbourne’s corridors which includes working with companies like St Kilda FC, Koh, Cristina Re etc.

Why a career with Brunswick Industries & Wallara Australia?

We are a small team that is inclusive and flexible and we have an open, energetic and positive workplace culture. We are creative and adaptable and find solutions in a unique and original way and our relationships are supported by open and honest dialogue, respectful consideration of others’ perspectives and sharing of information.

2023 South East Business Employer of Choice Award Winner

This award recognises organisations that are committed to investing in the development of their people. We do this by reinforcing shared values with a united purpose which establishes a distinct Employee Value Proposition. We also invest in wellbeing, promote work life balance, have a talent growth strategy that demonstrates best practice and are creating a culture of business excellence.

Work perks

• Start your weekend early on a Friday!
• The role provides a base salary plus Superannuation
• You will have access to attractive NFP salary packaging provisions (you can package up to $15,900 pa of salary tax free)
• Professional development and training
• Access to employee benefits and discounts. This includes discounts for Endota Spa, Anytime Fitness and more!

how to Apply

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding role please apply through Ethical Jobs. Please note applications must include a resume and cover letter and only applications that meet the selection criteria will be considered.

For more information, please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Operations Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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