29 Oct
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Go 3 pl
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Braeside
## Warehouse Manager – 3PL Operations GO3PL | Braeside, Melbourne VIC Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 7:00 am – 3:30 pm Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics – Warehousing, Storage & Distribution ## About GO3PL GO3PL is a growing third-party logistics (3PL) and warehousing provider based in Braeside, Melbourne. We provide warehousing, storage, distribution, container handling, inventory management and specialised logistics solutions to a diverse range of commercial customers. As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced, motivated and hands-on Warehouse Manager to take ownership of our daily warehouse operations. ##
About the Role
We are looking for a capable Warehouse Manager who can lead a team, manage operational workflows and ensure our warehouse runs safely, accurately and efficiently. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of daily warehouse operations, including inbound and outbound freight, staff management, inventory control, warehouse administration, operational reporting and site security. This is a hands-on working management position, not a desk-based role. You will be expected to regularly operate counterbalance and reach forklifts, load and unload trucks, move freight and assist your team with physical warehouse duties. Equally important is your ability to manage staff, maintain accurate warehouse records, oversee CartonCloud transactions and provide clear reporting on warehouse performance. We are looking for someone who takes ownership, leads by example and can confidently manage the day-to-day operation without constant supervision. ##
Key Responsibilities
## Warehouse Operations & Staff Management
- Take responsibility for the daily operation and performance of the warehouse.
- Plan, prioritise and coordinate receiving, putaway, picking, packing and dispatch.
- Supervise warehouse employees, allocate tasks and monitor productivity.
- Manage daily workloads, staffing requirements and operational priorities.
- Coordinate container unloading, truck movements and specialised freight handling.
- Ensure customer requirements and operational deadlines are achieved.
- Maintain high standards of warehouse organisation, housekeeping and safety.
- Identify operational problems and implement practical improvements.
- Lead by example and actively work alongside the warehouse team. ## Inbound & Outbound Operations
- Oversee all incoming and outgoing freight movements.
- Coordinate deliveries, collections, transport providers and container movements.
- Verify incoming stock against Purchase Orders, manifests and receiving documentation.
- Ensure goods are correctly checked, labelled, received and put away.
- Manage picking, packing, order verification, staging and dispatch.
- Confirm outgoing freight matches Sale Orders and customer instructions.
- Investigate receiving, inventory and dispatch discrepancies.
- Ensure damaged, unidentified or incorrect freight is appropriately managed.
- Maintain accurate records of freight movements and customer requirements. ## Administration, CartonCloud & Stock Control
- Take responsibility for inbound and outbound warehouse administration.
- Manage Purchase Orders, Sale Orders and stock movements in CartonCloud.
- Ensure accurate inventory records, stock locations and scanning procedures.
- Monitor stock accuracy and investigate discrepancies.
- Coordinate stocktakes, cycle counts and inventory adjustments.
- Maintain accurate receiving, dispatch and transport documentation.
- Ensure all warehouse transactions are completed correctly and on time.
- Record additional labour, container handling and other chargeable warehouse activities.
- Communicate operational issues and customer requirements to relevant stakeholders. ## Operational Reporting & Accountability
- Provide daily operational updates to the Chief Operating Officer.
- Prepare weekly warehouse performance reports and KPI updates.
- Monitor inbound and outbound volumes, order accuracy and productivity.
- Report on stock discrepancies, outstanding work and operational delays.
- Track labour allocation, additional handling and chargeable activities.
- Identify recurring problems and recommend corrective actions.
- Maintain transparent records of warehouse performance and improvement initiatives.
- Ensure outstanding tasks are followed through to completion. ## Warehouse Opening, Closing & Safety
- Take primary responsibility for opening and closing the warehouse each working day.
- Ensure the premises are operationally ready by 7:00 am.
- Maintain site security, access control and end-of-day checks.
- Ensure forklifts and warehouse equipment are safely operated and maintained.
- Enforce workplace health and safety procedures.
- Identify and address hazards, unsafe practices and equipment damage.
- Ensure the warehouse is left secure, organised and safe at the end of each day. ## Hands-On Warehouse Duties This position requires a manager who is comfortable performing physical warehouse work as part of their normal duties. You will regularly:
- Operate counterbalance and reach forklifts.
- Load and unload trucks and containers.
- Move,
retrieve and put away palletised freight.
- Assist with picking, packing, staging and dispatch.
- Handle oversized or specialised freight using appropriate equipment.
- Assist the team wherever operational support is required. ## About You We are seeking someone with solid practical warehouse experience, proven leadership ability and excellent organisational skills. Essential Requirements
- Previous experience as a Warehouse Manager, Warehouse Supervisor or senior Warehouse Team Leader.
- Strong experience in warehousing, logistics or distribution.
- Current Australian LF Forklift Licence.
- Demonstrated experience operating counterbalance and reach forklifts.
- Experience supervising staff and coordinating warehouse operations.
- Strong knowledge of inbound receiving, outbound dispatch and stock control.
- Experience using warehouse management systems.
- Strong computer literacy and administrative skills.
- Ability to prepare operational reports and monitor performance.
- Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and workplace safety awareness.
- Willingness to undertake regular physical warehouse duties.
- Reliability and availability to manage warehouse opening and closing. Highly Regarded
- Previous experience in third-party logistics (3PL).
- CartonCloud Warehouse Management System experience.
- Experience managing multiple customer accounts and inventory requirements.
- Container unloading and specialised freight handling experience.
- RF scanning, stocktakes and inventory management.
- Warehouse KPI reporting and process improvement experience. ## What We Are Looking For The successful candidate will be someone who:
- Takes ownership and responsibility for warehouse performance.
- Leads by example and works alongside their team.
- Is equally comfortable operating a forklift and managing administration.
- Can manage people, prioritise workloads and make operational decisions.
- Identifies problems and takes action to resolve them.
- Maintains high standards of accuracy, safety and productivity.
- Communicates clearly and provides reliable management reporting.
- Is proactive, organised, dependable and capable of working independently.
- Takes pride in running an efficient and well-organised warehouse. ##
What We Offer
- Full-time, permanent employment.
- Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 3:30 pm.
- A genuine hands-on warehouse management position.
- Responsibility for the daily operation of a growing 3PL warehouse.
- Direct reporting to the Chief Operating Officer.
- The prospect to lead a team and improve warehouse processes.
- A varied role combining operations, management, administration and hands-on work. ##
📌 Warehouse Manager – 3PL Operations (Braeside)
🏢 Go 3 pl
📍 Braeside