Senior Automation Process Engineer (Sydney)

Senior Automation Process Engineer (Sydney)

05 Oct
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Toyota Automated Logistics
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Sydney

05 Oct

Toyota Automated Logistics

Sydney

Toyota Automated Logistics – Moorebank NSW

Effective April 1, 2026, Toyota Automated Logistics brings together Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande's warehousing business, and viastore under one unified brand. During this transition phase, parts of our recruitment activities and communication may still be conducted via legacy company systems and email domains.

Senior Automation Process Engineer

At a Glance

As a Senior Process Engineer based at our MoRDC facility in Western Sydney, you will play a pivotal role in optimising the performance of one of Australia's most technologically advanced automated distribution centres. Working closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and customer teams, you will identify and deliver high-impact improvement initiatives that enhance system reliability, throughput, efficiency, and operational stability.

As the site expert for the Adapto automation system, you will lead performance optimisation across cutting-edge shuttle technology, software controls, material flow systems, and site-wide automation infrastructure. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to influence site strategy, partner with global engineering specialists, and help drive the future performance of a world-class automated operation.

Your Impact

Build deep technical expertise in the Adapto system, including its equipment, controls, software interactions, and operational performance.

Analyse operational data and system performance to identify opportunities that improve throughput, quality, reliability, and efficiency.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives from problem identification through to implementation, verification, and sustainment.

Partner with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to eliminate recurring losses and optimise site performance.

Develop and maintain a pipeline of improvement opportunities aligned to operational priorities and long-term site objectives.





Provide technical leadership during complex investigations and support structured root cause analysis activities.

Coach and mentor site teams in problem-solving methodologies, data analysis, and continuous improvement practices.

Optimising automated material flow and system performance

Analysing automation controls and software interactions

Working with global engineering teams

Identifying system bottlenecks across ASRS, conveyors and controls platforms

Supporting site automation enhancements and upgrades

What Makes You a Great Fit?

Degree qualified in Engineering or a related technical discipline.

Experience within automated warehousing, manufacturing, logistics, industrial automation, or other highly automated operational environments.

Solid technical understanding of automated material handling systems, controls, software interfaces, and system integration.

Proven track record delivering sustainable performance improvements through structured problem solving and continuous improvement methodologies.

Strong analytical capability with experience using tools such as Excel, Power BI, and operational performance reporting platforms.

Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams while maintaining focus on delivering measurable business outcomes.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical, operational, customer, and senior leadership stakeholders.

Highly Regarded

Experience with Adapto or similar automated storage and retrieval systems.

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.





Experience facilitating root cause analysis, workshops, and operational improvement programs.

Exposure to Toyota Production System principles or operational excellence frameworks.

What You Can Look Forward To

Competitive salary package with a global leader in warehouse automation and intralogistics.

The opportunity to work in a highly visible role supporting one of Toyota Automated Logistics' most strategic and technologically advanced operations.

Career development pathways into leadership, operational excellence, engineering, and global project roles.

Exposure to global engineering expertise and best-practice continuous improvement methodologies.

Ongoing professional development, technical training, and mentorship opportunities.

A collaborative, innovative, and safety-focused culture backed by the strength of Toyota Industries Corporation.

Who We Are

At Toyota Automated Logistics, you actively shape the future of intelligent intralogistics. As part of Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO), we are a global partner for integrated warehouse automation solutions. Founded in April 2026, we bring together the strengths of Bastian Solutions, viastore, and Vanderlande's warehousing business under one unified brand.

Together, we develop scalable automation systems, intelligent software, and end-to-end services across the entire lifecycle for customers around the world. Our ambition is clear: to set industry benchmarks and actively shape the future of intralogistics.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Toyota Automated Logistics, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to equal opportunities and an inclusive work environment, and base our hiring decisions on qualifications, potential, and motivation. Support or adjustments during the application process are available upon request.

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📌 Senior Automation Process Engineer (Sydney)
🏢 Toyota Automated Logistics
📍 Sydney

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