Warehouse Leading Hand

Warehousing, Storage & Distribution (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics) For over 20 years, Bidfood has provided quality ingredients to the foodservice and catering industry in Australia. With 50+ locations and a team over 2,300 nationwide, Bidfood is recognised as one of the country’s leading distributors to the industry. An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and adaptable professional to fill the fulltime role of Warehouse Leading Hand at our Mackay Warehouse. About the role: Reporting to the Operations Manager, the successful applicant will be required to manage a team of 20 people to ensure the replenishment of goods is carried out efficiently, picking of goods and the loading of trucks is conducted accurately, product integrity is maintained, and department KPI’s are met. Duties:

• Ensure all equipment is serviced and maintained in a safe working condition and arrange maintenance as required
• Monitor staff performance to expectations of job function, counselling and disciplining when necessary
• Act accordingly to reduce warehouse expenses through minimising damages, wastage, and overtime
• Allocate and monitor work of replenishment, assembly, and cleaning staff

• A current HR/MR truck licence (Not essential but advantageous)
• A current forklift licence (Essential)
• Proven experience in warehousing, distribution, and logistics management
• Exceptional time management and communication skills
• Experience managing rosters and resources within budget constraints
• Skilled in inventory control
• An understanding of HACCP, WHS, and HR
• Proven ability to manage an existing team while implementing changes
• Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment medical