Job description

Position: Yard & Transport Supervisor - Riverview, QLD - Full Time Location: Riverview, QLD Employment Type: Full-Time Includes Mobile phone, Laptop and fully service company vehicle. We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Yard & Transport Supervisor to lead our Client's growing operations team on site in Riverview, QLD. This role is critical to ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant movement, storage and coordination of products and transport assets on site while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. If you're a proactive leader with strong organisational skills and a passion for safety, efficiency and team development, this is your opportunity to step into a key role within a rapidly expanding team. About the Role The Yard & Transport Supervisor is responsible for coordinating daily yard and transport functions, ensuring the efficient utilisation of yard resources, mobile plant and transport assets. With a strong focus on safety, compliance and accuracy, you will oversee load scheduling, truck loading/unloading, inventory control and subcontractor management. Communication is critical; you will act as the central link between production, transport providers, site leadership and yard staff-ensuring smooth operations, timely information flow and continuous improvement across the business. Key Responsibilities - Operational & Transport Management

Oversee daily load scheduling, truck loading/unloading and transport coordination Ensure compliance with all Chain of Responsibility (CoR) legislation Drive cost improvements through effective fleet and asset utilisation Manage relationships with transport providers and subcontractors

• Yard & Inventory Control

Maintain accurate daily stock reconciliations, cycle counts and stocktakes Optimise yard storage locations for improved efficiency and profitability Monitor and order yard raw materials and ensure maximum utilisation of mobile plant

• Leadership & Communication

Provide strong leadership to yard and transport staff, including training and development Lead daily and weekly toolbox talks Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders Identify roadblocks impacting safety, performance or profitability

• Safety & Compliance

Conduct safety walks and audits to ensure adherence to safe work procedures Promote a strong safety culture, including PPE compliance and hazard reporting Ensure safe loading practices in accordance with CoR and workplace safety standards

• Environmental & Quality Responsibilities

Respond promptly to spillages, incidents and near misses Support the improvement of yard and transport quality systems Report any system failures and contribute to preventative actions

Your Key Performance Indicators

Accurate, on-time load scheduling and dispatch Safe and efficient truck loading/unloading, every time Compliance with CoR and internal safety standards Accurate daily inventory acceptance and cycle counts Streamlined yard processes improving efficiency and cost savings

Site Hazards Awareness You will be required to work safely around:

Mobile plant and transport truck interactions Working at heights on truck decks Outdoor environments (heat and weather exposure) Manual handling tasks and slippery surfaces

Skills & Experience You'll Need

Previous and proven supervision or leadership experience in transport, logistics, yard or warehousing Strong understanding of Chain of Responsibility requirements Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to lead, train and develop a diverse team Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Why Apply?

Be part of an essential and growing part of the business Lead an enthusiastic team in a hands-on and influential role Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence Work in a safety-first environment that values people and performance

If you're ready to make an impact and help drive the success of our Client's Yard & Transport operations, we'd love to hear from you. How to Apply Email your resume to: applications@recruitment247.com.au, or click "Apply" via this website Need More Info? Call the team on (07) 3281 2489 during office hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm. Please click here to apply.