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Job Title


Warehouse Supervisor (Townsville)


Company : Foodbank Queensland


Location : Townsville,


Created : 2025-05-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About Us At Foodbank, we believe everyone should have access to food. There are Australians going without every day and we are working hard to change that. Foodbank Queensland provides millions of kilograms of food and groceries to more than 350 community partners and over 400 School Breakfast Programs each year. Together, we give food and hope to more than 150,000 Queenslanders in need each week. Foodbank Queenslands Community Impact: Every hour , Foodbank Queensland provides 3,000 meals . Each week , Foodbank Queensland supports 150,000 people in need. Each year , Foodbank Queensland sources 13 million kilograms of food and groceries and provides 26 million meals to people in need. Your Role Position Overview Foodbank Queensland is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Warehouse Supervisor for our Townsville warehouse. Reporting to the Warehouse Site Supervisor (Brisbane), you will play a key role in overseeing daily warehouse operations, including logistics, inventory management, pick and pack, and regulatory compliance. You will also support workplace health and safety initiatives, ensuring a strong safety culture across all operations. This hands-on role will involve supervising transport and warehousing while supporting the overall goal of delivering food relief to those in need. Specific Duties Include: Oversee warehouse and transport operations, ensuring compliance with policies and safety guidelines. Manage warehouse operations, including stocktake, inventory control, and storage. Supervise the transport fleet and outbound freight, ensuring timely deliveries. Ensure compliance with Chain of Responsibility and HACCP regulations. Coordinate the receiving of food donations and manage volunteer-led picking and packing processes. Lead and train volunteers, manage schedules, and ensure effective communication. Foster relationships with food donors, suppliers, and community partners. Promote a strong safety culture and support risk management across operations. Oversee equipment management and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. Participate in projects and manage operations within budget and policy guidelines. About You We are looking for someone passionate about food relief and with the following skills and experience: Certificate IV or equivalent experience in warehousing, logistics, or a similar field. Strong background in transport, logistics, or supply chain, preferably in the food and grocery industry. Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams in a hands-on environment. Solid understanding of HACCP or other nationally recognized food safety and accreditation standards. Excellent communication and relationship management skills. Ability to foster teamwork and collaboration in a volunteer-driven environment. Experience with inventory control, stock management, and compliance with safety regulations. Experience with ERP systems, myCHEP and Palletwatch equipment portals are highly regarded. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. A current high-reach forklift licence is essential, and a HR truck licence would be highly regarded. Why Join Us? Enjoy NFP salary packaging benefits! Be part of a team making a tangible impact on food security across the state. Lead innovative solutions that address immediate needs and create long-term change. Enjoy a supportive and flexible work environment with opportunities for professional growth. Diversity and Inclusion Foodbank Queensland is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations people, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA individuals, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We believe in fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. How to Apply If youre passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, wed love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the position. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.