Heidelberg Materials Australia is a leading supplier of construction materials, recognized for our commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability. We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Supply Chain Operations Manager to join our Eastern Region Metro Aggregate division in Sydney.
This role sits at the heart of our aggregates supply chain, driving performance across logistics, quarry operations, safety, and customer service. If you're a commercially minded operational leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys leading large-scale teams, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact.
About the Role
As the Operations Manager – Aggregates Supply Chain , you will partner closely with the Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimise quarry and logistics operations across the business. You'll oversee fleet performance, supply chain efficiency, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring our products are delivered safely, reliably, and cost effectively to both internal and external customers.
Key Responsibilities
Leading aggregates logistics operations, fleet strategy, asset performance, and transport compliance.
Driving safe, reliable, and cost-effective quarry and logistics operations.
Partnering with quarry, sales, technical, customer service, and transport teams to optimise end-to-end supply chain performance.
Managing operational budgets, identifying efficiency opportunities, and delivering continuous improvement projects.
Supporting material planning strategies that balance quarry output with customer and business demand.
Championing our Zero Harm culture and ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Developing and coaching high-performing teams while building capability across the business.
About You
You are an experienced operations professional with strong leadership skills and a practical understanding of quarry or construction materials operations.
You will ideally have:
Leadership experience in logistics, quarry operations, construction materials, or a related heavy industry.
Demonstrated experience leading operational teams in a production environment.
Strong experience managing operational performance, budgets, assets, and people.
A proven commitment to workplace health, safety, environmental compliance & continuous improvement outcomes.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Qualifications in Engineering or a related discipline, with postgraduate qualifications viewed favourably.
What We Offer
A leadership role with real influence on business performance.
The opportunity to work with a respected and growing quarry and construction materials business.
A supportive team culture focused on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Competitive salary package, with a fully maintained company vehicle, and opportunities for professional development.
Long-term career growth within a dynamic and essential industry.
Apply Today
If you're passionate about operational excellence, building high-performing teams, and delivering reliable supply chain outcomes in the quarry and construction industry, we'd love to hear from you.
Heidelberg Materials Australia is proud of our culturally diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, and people from every culture, gender and sexuality identity, age and ethnic background.
