Warehouse Manager

Who are we

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans-Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia's largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.

About Contract Logistics

K&S Contract Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of K&S Corporation, delivering end to end logistics solutions across a broad range of industries with a strong national footprint.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Operations Manager, this is your opportunity to take full ownership of a brand-new contract at our Kewdale warehouse, setting the pace, driving standards and building a high-performing team from the ground up. You’ll have the rare opportunity to lead a new operation, shape the culture, build the team and make the role your own from day one.

This is a hands-on leadership role where safety, service, people leadership and operational performance are in your hands. You’ll be visible in the operation, leading from the front and creating a culture where accountability, teamwork and customer service thrive.

If you enjoy fast-paced warehouse environments, know how to get the best out of people and operations, and want the opportunity to genuinely make an impact, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

Oversee daily warehouse and logistics operations

Lead safe loading and unloading of trailers

Coordinate deliveries to customers and other destinations

Lead, mentor and develop warehouse team members

Drive a strong safety-first culture across the operation

Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures

Manage operational performance, productivity and KPIs

Communicate effectively with customers and internal stakeholders

Escalate operational, safety or service concerns to management

Ensure equipment servicing and repairs are completed on time

Effectively manage labour, assets and operational resources

Maintain compliance with HS&E, Quality and P&C requirements

Supporting the team with occasional after hours support as required

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a motivated and commercially minded leader who thrives in transport and logistics environments.

Extensive experience in warehouse and logistics operations

Proven leadership and people management capability

Strong understanding of compliance and legislative requirements

Experience managing KPIs and driving operational outcomes

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills|

Strong customer focus and commercial awareness

A proactive, solutions-focused mindset

The ability to lead from the front in a fast-paced environment

Why Join us

Competitive remuneration

Lead a brand-new operation from day one

Opportunity to build the team and shape the culture

Make the role your own with real autonomy

Novated car lease option

Salary sacrifice

Paid parental leave

Growth and development to support career progression

Employee recognition and rewards program

24/7 Employee assistance program including financial wellness support

Corporate health plan discount

Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace

Stable ASX listed, multi-modal business with 80 years of industry history

To uphold our core value of “Everybody Safe Everyday” a pre-employment medical and police check will be required to be successful in this role.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights. We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.