Title: DC Operations Manager
Location:
Redbank, QLD, AU
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About us
At Officeworks we make bigger things happen. Our customers, our team, and our community are our heart and soul. And if our brilliant people have taught us anything, it is that we can do all kinds of incredible things, each and every day.
Fast paced. Innovative. Inspiring. With close to 10,000 team members and a national footprint of more than 173 retail stores Australia wide – we’re focused on delivering a wide range, low price and great service. We’re about inspiring new ideas and thinking outside the box. We’re about kicking goals, having a laugh and pushing each other. We are about being rewarded and supported. We’re about teaching a customer something new and supporting the community. We’re about making a difference.
About the role
Brand New, State-of-the-Art Omnichannel DC (Redbank, QLD)
Drive Operational Success from Day One!
Full-time | Lead, Innovate & Build a High-Performing Legacy
Think big. Build big. Be part of it.
We’re launching our largest Supply Chain site in Redbank, Queensland - A major investment in scale, innovation, and the future of our retail network. This is a rare opportunity to join and help bring a large‑scale operation to life from the ground up.
Are you ready to build something legendary from the ground up? Officeworks is launching a brand-new, cutting-edge, 77,100 sqm omnichannel Distribution Centre in Redbank—roughly four times the size of the MCG!
This future-focused flagship facility is designed with both people and planet in mind, featuring incredible sustainability initiatives and modern amenities designed to support team health and wellbeing.
As our new Distribution Centre Operations Manager, you won't just run daily operations—you will have the opportunity to establish the culture, shape the workflows, and lead a large-scale team in a brand-new facility from day one. Reporting directly to the State Supply Chain Manager, you will be the driving force behind operational excellence, safety, and team-member growth.
If you are a high-energy logistics leader who thrives on customer and team experience, continuous improvement, and the thrill of a grand opening, this leadership opportunity is unique and rewarding.
What You’ll Do
In this flagship facility, you will oversee the high-velocity execution of all DC operations. You’ll have end-to-end accountability for Safety, People, Service, Productivity, Cost, and Inventory Management across a massive, modern footprint.
Your Key Spheres of Influence:
The Ultimate 2IC: Act as the trusted second-in-charge, stepping up to lead the entire Distribution Centre in the absence of the State Supply Chain Manager.
Culture Creator: Inspire, coach, and mentor a brand-new operational team, cultivating a high-performance, inclusive culture built on our leadership principles.
Operational Architect: Drive world-class efficiency across Receiving, Putaway, Picking, Sortation, Despatch, and Inventory Control to keep stores and customers stocked.
Safety Champion: Lead with a safety-first mindset, ensuring our team-first culture is felt in every corner of the new site.
Continuous Innovation: Leverage data insights and a continuous improvement mindset to optimise workflows in a facility designed to evolve.
About you
What you bring
You are an experienced, energetic, and highly collaborative leader who loves a clean slate. You know how to motivate large teams, manage complex rosters under the EBA, and keep a cool head in a fast-paced environment.
Your Experience & Toolkit:
Proven Leadership: 3+ years' management experience, with at least 2 years in a warehouse or logistics operational leadership role managing large teams.
Operational Excellence: process optimisation, enhancing productivity, improving service levels, maintaining inventory accuracy, and leading continuous improvement initiatives that deliver safe, efficient and cost-effective outcomes.
Driver of Positive Change: Experience with change management, continuous improvement, and a passion for developing future leaders.
Qualifications: A Certificate in Supply Chain/Logistics and a Certificate in WH&S are essential. A Diploma in Leadership & Management is highly regarded.
Capabilities: Strong commercial acumen, exceptional stakeholder engagement, and the capability to effectively manage workforce planning and agency labour.
Why Join Officeworks?
At Officeworks, we help minds, businesses, and communities achieve bigger things. By joining our brand-new Redbank facility, you will:
Leave Your Mark: Be a founding leader of a flagship, future-focused site that sets a benchmark for modern supply chain logistics.
Work Sustainably: Lead in a facility built for the future, featuring industry-leading green initiatives, solar systems, and advanced recycling.
Grow Your Career: Gain invaluable experience launching a major facility, with extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
Enjoy Great Benefits: Access competitive salary packages, generous team member discounts, and a supportive, people-first work environment.
Please note, this role will commence 7th September 2026 at our Redbank site.
Ready to drive the future with us?
If you are a hands-on leader ready to take on an influential role in a growing, world-class supply chain, we want to hear from you!
Apply now to take the ultimate next step in your supply chain leadership career!
Our culture
If you’re searching for an organisation that’s truly committed to its people, where you can thrive in a culture of togetherness, then join Officeworks and let’s make bigger things happen – for all of us! We celebrate our teams’ uniqueness by offering genuine team member benefits to the Officeworks family:
We’re all about giving you the flexibility you need to keep things balanced to suit your individual needs.
Enjoy generous discounts across Officeworks, Geeks2U, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and the wider Wesfarmers brands.
Access to our Officeworks benefits program for exclusive discounts and perks across entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health.
Our Growing Families Policy supports team members during the exciting and challenging times of expanding their family
We prioritise safety, mental health and wellbeing, offering access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as well as other ongoing programs
Our Flexible Public Holidays Policy supports those who observe cultural or religious holidays different from the standard public holidays in Australia
Take advantage of outstanding learning and development programs to support your career growth
Explore fantastic career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.
At Officeworks, we operate best when our team represents the communities we serve. We proudly commit to providing a safe and supportive work environment for our team. We encourage applications from all candidates of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), people with disabilities, and the LGBTQI+ community.
