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Operations Superintendent

Job number 95985-490275 Work type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Dry Creek, Adelaide Categories: Transport Operations & Logistics

Location: Adelaide, South Australia

We’re looking for an exceptional leader to guide the next stage in the development of our Adelaide Bulk Operations.

At Aurizon, we encourage people to think differently. We seek to create a diverse, collaborative and high-performing culture that inspires our people and delivers value to our customers. Together we bring to life exceptional outcomes, creating value for people, customers and communities across an extensive network of supply chain operations.  

You will be a person with a demonstrated track-record of success, who is motivated to grow their people and their business. In this role, you will be a key player in the Bulk Central Operations team, taking responsibility for the Dry Creek Operations Depot and Gillman Terminal.

About the role

You’ll be accountable for leading operational teams to ensure the delivery of safe, reliable and cost-effective supply chain services for our valued customers. You will:

  • Lead and implement strategies to sustain a strong safety culture.
  • Inspire and manage a team of Leaders to deliver exceptional people and operations results.
  • Drive superior customer service outcomes through achieving and exceeding operational performance targets.
  • Work collaboratively to identify and implement plans that harness opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Act to mitigate risks within the region, supporting delivery of strategic goals, whilst ensuring flexibility for future opportunities.
  • Shape and advise on the development and implementation of short-, medium- and long-term strategic plans
  • Build and manage internal and external relationships that will enhance the Bulk growth pipeline.

About you

An energetic and passionate people leader, you will be driven to deliver a safe, reliable and strong operation that creates value across our diverse customer portfolio. You will be an experienced leader who possesses:

  • High levels of personal integrity and a reputation for safety leadership.
  • The ability to influence and facilitate change across diverse work groups.
  • Effective commercial acumen, strategic thinking and business planning skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to communicate and engage people in a vision for the future.
  • The ability to analyse data, draw insights and recommend decisions that will achieve or enhance business objectives.
  • Proven capacity to understand how a business can create profit and deliver greatest value.
  • Ability to work as an effective member of a team and build relationships for results.
  • Skill in providing clear and succinct information, verbally and written.
  • Strong influencing and negotiating skills demonstrated across diverse stakeholder groups.

What we offer you:            

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities. Some of our benefits include:

  • Development and growth opportunities.
  • Access to mentoring and development programs.
  • Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
  • Parental leave program and super booster.

About Aurizon:

Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight rail freight operator with integrated landside supply chain solutions and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets. 

At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.

To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers 

 

 

Advertised: 07 Feb 2025 Applications close: 28 Feb 2025