Operations Supervisor, Mount Isa, QLD

Company

For 81 years, we've achieved success through our ability to innovate, placing a clear emphasis on how we best serve our customers’ needs. As demand continues to grow, we have expanded rapidly, now delivering a superior range of dry goods, frozen and chilled products, fresh seafood and meat, confectionery, paper products, and cleaning solutions.

In recent years, we’ve seen significant growth and invested in our systems and processes, building a close partnership with Woolworths Group that has continued to deliver high-quality service for our customers and suppliers.

In 2024, Woolworths moved to a 100% interest in the PFD business, bringing PFD exciting opportunities as a strategic part of the Group. Sharing expertise across both teams will ensure our continued success and drive further growth and unlock our collective potential.

About this Position

We’re searching for a hands-on, people-focused Operations Supervisor to help lead our small, high-performing team in Mount Isa. This is a site-based leadership role where no two days are the same from managing warehouse operations to coordinating daily truck runs and stepping in as 2IC when needed.

You’ll work closely with the Branch Manager to ensure the site runs like a well-oiled machine across warehouse, transport, and team coordination. This is a perfect opportunity for someone looking to deepen their experience in logistics while living in a unique part of regional QLD.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse and transport operations (including loading / unloading, stock dispatch and driver coordination).
• Start the day early (5 AM) to ensure trucks and team are ready to go.
• Lead a team of around 10, including warehouse staff and drivers.
• Conduct stock counts, manage inventory and ensure accurate reporting.
• Support safety, compliance and general site readiness.
• Be the go-to when the Branch Manager is away.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you will bring :

• Experience in warehouse or transport operations (bonus points if you’ve worked in chilled or frozen environments).
• A solid grasp of time management, safety and compliance standards.
• Leadership capability, you're ready to guide a team.
• Physically fit and willing to roll up your sleeves
• Forklift licence (LF) and budgeting / reporting skills are a plus, but not essential.

What PFD is Offering the Successful Candidate

We are offering competitive remuneration, superannuation and other staff benefits (such as discounts on staff purchases, discounted accommodation, health insurance and banking).

Culture & Values

Customer Focus

Know your external and internal customers. Gain and preserve their confidence because we can only be successful if our customers are successful.

Respect

Treat people at work and in the community as they would like to be treated. Act safely, responsibly, and ethically.

Passion

Share the passion of making us a successful and dynamic company. Let’s celebrate successes.

Simplicity

Let’s minimise the complications of doing business so customer services are on time, accurate and reliable. Share ideas to improve our company.

Leadership

All of us can be leaders in our day to day working lives. Bring out the best in yourself and the people around you. Do what you say you are going to do.

How to Apply

We’re a laid-back but hard-working team. Thursday breakfasts are part of the rhythm here, you’ll be expected to lead by example and help keep the camaraderie strong. Apply now with your resume and a cover letter.

Applications close Tuesday, 15 July 2025 at 12 : 00 pm (AEST). Early applications are encouraged, as hiring managers may begin shortlisting candidates before the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated confidentially.

As part of our recruitment process, do you consent to undergoing employment checks? These may include a medical assessment (which may involve drug and alcohol testing), a National Police History Check, a Working With Children / Vulnerable Groups Check, and a Licence Validation / Demerit Point Check.

Please note : We do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies or third parties. Any CVs sent directly to Line Managers will not be considered, and we will not be responsible for any associated fees or costs.

PFD Food Services is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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