Logistics Manager - 2 Years Fixed Term (Gold Coast)

**Job no**: 40003709 **Work type**: Fixed Term Full Time **Location**: Gold Coast

At Visy, we love solving problems. And that’s something we do better working together. We’re looking for people who see what’s ahead and run towards it. Visy people are helping us to achieve our vision to become the global leader in sustainable packaging. Because together, we can create a better world.

**About the Opportunity**

We are building a $500 million glass manufacturing and remanufacturing facility in Yatala just south of Brisbane. The factory represents one of the largest investments we have ever made. We recycle up to 200,000 tonnes of Queensland’s glass annually to produce 1 billion bottles a year. We are building next to our box factory and beverage can plants and this will create a beverage container precinct to further support of customers and a range of new career pathways for our staff. The project is expected to be operational in late 2025.
- 2 years Fixed term based in Yatala

**What you will do**

This role is responsible for coordinating and managing the on-site and off-site logistics associated with the construction project. You will ensure that all plant and equipment is available when required for installation by controlling all aspects of the associated logistics, storage and laydown areas.

This includes:

- Be the single point of accountability within the project for all logistics matters
- Lead the ground logistics team
- Develop and implement fit for purpose operating model for the project
- Manage the on-site Laydown yards and data records to ensure accurate location recording
- Manage all inventory across the various holding yards
- Manage the Pick and pack of items from the Laydown yard to site
- Analyze and identify discrepancies between the manifest and actual status and action appropriately.
- Develop and maintain issue logs and project repositories of documents,
- Consolidate project status reports.
- Manage a mobile equipment and labour budget

**What you will bring to the team**:

- Senior Transport & Logistic/Supply chain Operational experience having worked ideally for large building projects.
- Knowledge of relevant industry regulations coupled with experience in sea freight and container handling
- Be highly self-motivated and resilient, assertive and not afraid to make a decision
- A continuous improvement mindset with good change management experience
- You can build strong relationships external and internal as this will be crucial to the success of this role

**What you’ll love when you join us**:

- **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 for further training and career advancement within the company

Please contact Alexia Gouigou on 0477 222 598 for a confidential discussion or **.**

**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**

**Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working workplace that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.**

**Advertised**: 16 Oct 2024 E. Australia Standard Time **Applications close**: 16 Nov 2024 E. Australia Standard Time Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qv502