Job Operations Manager, Yatala

Operations Manager

Job no: 40005742
Work type: Full Time
Location: Yatala

• Full-time, permanent project focused role based in Yatala
• Play a key role in shaping the future of automation at Visy Logistics
• Leverage your expertise in logistics and warehouse automation

Are you ready to lead the future of warehouse automation? Visy Logistics is seeking a dynamic and experienced Operations Manager with a project focus to spearhead the implementation and integration of cutting-edge automated warehouse systems, including ASRS and AGVs powered by Dematic and E80 technologies.

This is a rare opportunity to drive transformational change in one of Australia’s leading logistics operations. Reporting to the QLD State Manager, your role will be responsible for operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, cost management, scalability and sustainability.

If you're passionate about innovation, operational excellence, and stakeholder collaboration, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Lead Automation Projects: Manage end-to-end implementation of ASRS and AGV systems, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals
• Drive Operational Integration: Collaborate with warehouse teams to embed automation into daily workflows, develop SOPs, and ensure safety and compliance
• Champion Continuous Improvement: Monitor performance metrics, identify inefficiencies, and implement system enhancements
• Engage Stakeholders: Act as the key liaison between internal teams, technology partners, and senior leadership
• Transition to Operations Leadership: Post-implementation, oversee day-to-day operations of the automated facility, driving productivity, cost efficiency, and scalability

What You’ll Bring

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering, IT, Supply Chain, or related field
• 5+ years’ leadership experience in automation systems essential
• Extensive working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems and system integration
• High level of IT literacy and experience with system integration
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in transformational change and Lean Six Sigma

What you will love:

• Sustainability: Contribute to sustainability initiatives that make a difference
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a team that values safety, respect, and collaboration
• Career Growth: Opportunities to advance your career within a fast-growing supply chain company

Visy is powering the circular economy, by providing sustainable, digitally advanced supply chain solutions. We combine our substantial volume, footprint and infrastructure – rooted in our 75 years of manufacturing experience, to provide customized logistics solutions to the industrial, beverage and consumer goods sectors. Offering a range of logistics services from warehousing, contract logistics, linehaul, intermodal transport, global freight forwarding and bulk logistics, we do logistics differently.

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing).

Advertised: 12 Aug 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 30 Sep 2025 E. Australia Standard Time