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SA Power Networks is seeking a Logistics Operations Manager to join our Powerline and Electrical Services team on a permanent basis. This pivotal role is essential for ensuring the seamless delivery of our services, directly impacting our operational efficiency and the safety of our community. If you're ready to make a meaningful contribution in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Who we are

At SA Power Networks, you will play an exciting role in serving South Australia and leading the world in the shift to clean energy. 

It’s about more than simply keeping the power on – you’ll be joining one of South Australia’s key innovators, helping to build a sustainable and renewable future that our people, our customers, and our community can all be proud of.

As one of SA's largest employers, we offer a varied and opportunity-rich workplace where you can forge an interesting and financially rewarding career, now and into the future. You’ll benefit from award-winning training, internal development programs and diverse career pathways. 

Our business sees truly diverse people coming together to drive our innovation, and you’ll work alongside some of the most talented and motivated people in the state.

Let us empower your career, as you help empower South Australia.

About the opportunity

SA Power Networks is seeking a Logistics Operations Manager to oversee our Logistics & Manufacturing Operations function. This role is crucial in delivering safe, customer-focused, and cost-effective inventory and materials management services. You will be responsible for warehousing, distribution, stobie pole production, transformer workshop operations, and recycling services, all while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation. Your leadership will directly contribute to the success and growth of SA Power Networks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage logistics operations to ensure efficiency and safety.
• Oversee inventory and materials management, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction.
• Lead warehousing and distribution activities to optimize service delivery.
• Supervise stobie pole production and transformer workshop operations.
• Implement best practices in recycling services.
• Foster a culture of safety and compliance within the team.

Key role objectives include:

• Occupational Health Safety & Welfare: Provide a safe and healthy work environment for employees, customers, and the community by complying with all aspects of the SA Power Networks Health Safety and Rehabilitation Directive. 
• Warehouse Management: Achieve cost-effective and efficient operation of warehousing services by developing, implementing, and reviewing warehouse management strategies and processes.
• Distribution: Provide cost-effective and efficient distribution services by developing, implementing, and reviewing distribution strategies and processes and managing the outsourced transport contract.
• Field Operations – Materials Management: Provide a cost-effective and efficient materials management service to the field by ensuring depot stores are operating optimally and that materials are available in the right place at the right time.
• Customer Management & Service: Achieve exceptional levels of customer service and satisfaction by proactively communicating with customers, understanding their service requirements, and developing strategies and processes to meet these requirements efficiently.
• Stobie pole production: Ensure safe, cost effective and efficient manufacture of stobie poles by understanding demand to optimise manufacturing activities and regularly reviewing associated costs.
• Transformer Workshop: Ensure safe, cost-effective refurbishment and workshop configuration of transformers, voltage regulators and switches and the manufacture of line hardware.

Essential role requirements

• Proven experience in logistics or operations management.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, warehousing and distribution processes.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to lead, drive improvements and achieve operational excellence.

What we offer

• An opportunity to join an organisation recognised for its innovation, technology, growth, and community service.
• Up to $900 in electricity reimbursements each year.
• Automatic coverage from SA Power Networks Income Protection Scheme.
• Primary Parental Leave (18 weeks) and Secondary Parental Leave (5 weeks).
• Salary sacrifice benefits; fleet or novated car lease.
• An industry-leading focus and reputation for safety and wellbeing.
• A commitment to work-life balance with truly flexible working arrangements, a great team environment and a career focus with development opportunities.

How to Apply

To apply click ‘Apply’.

Applications should include both a Resume & Cover Letter. Selection process may include psychometric/cognitive aptitude testing.

For queries only, please contact Gareth Baldwin – gareth.baldwin@sapowernetworks.com.au

Applications close 11:55pm November 24th, 2024

SA Power Networks is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from all genders and people of Indigenous backgrounds.

For more information about SA Power Networks visit www.sapowernetworks.com.au