Operations Manager

Job No: ELDERS242366
Location: Melbourne

NURTURE. GROW. THRIVE.

 

Accepting a role with Elders means you will be joining a team ready to support and grow your career. Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 180 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible. Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience, passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of the business. With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at Elders and wear the pink shirt.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Elders is investing $25 million to establish a world-first, wool handling business and is looking for an operations manager to coordinate and manage the day-to-day logistics, and operations at this newly built facility.

With access to custom-built, industry-leading software and automated guided vehicles, you will manage a team of up to 15 direct reports to deliver an efficient end-to-end process.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversee site operations in line with the organisational and facility objectives
  • Coordinate the receival of goods, prepare for weekly sales, conduct testing, and shipping
  • Manage and develop team, including rostering, training, and maintaining high performance
  • Work closely with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless facility operations
  • Demonstrate and promote work health and safety culture
  • Supports regular stakeholder meetings to provide regular communication and knowledge sharing (targets, safety, and future opportunities for innovation).

 

ABOUT YOU:

  • Demonstrated leadership experience with a strong background in logistics and warehouse management
  • Clear communicator with the ability to build strong relationships
  • Embraces change and innovation with an aptitude for technology
  • Welcomes a challenge and enjoys problem-solving
  • An understanding of the wool industry and agricultural would be an advantage but not essential

 

ABOUT ELDERS:

Elders is proud to be the last Australian-listed major agribusiness. The most trusted agribusiness brand in Australia. We’re part of the landscape, part of the local communities, part of Australia’s history and we are entrenched in Australian agriculture.

The brand is more than a company, more than a logo - it’s part of Australia. And, with an authentic drive to create a sustainable future for farming and the farmers of Australia, Elders is... for Australian agriculture.

We are now looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive the future of Elders.

 

If you are ready to grow your career with Elders, please click on 'Apply' today. 

 

For more information call Michael De Kleuver, National Manager Wool Handling 0429 694 243 or Simon Hogan, Manager Wool Selling Centre 0417 856 420

 

Please note, that applications may be shortlisted as they are received. 

 

At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion, and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia

 

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