- Play a key role in supporting the Australian economy.
- Discounted food, travel, entertainment, gym membership, staff parking and, + more.
- Permanent Full time.
Company
For 81 years, we've achieved success through our ability to innovate, placing a clear emphasis on how we best serve our customers’ needs. As demand continues to grow, we have expanded rapidly, now delivering a superior range of dry goods, frozen and chilled products, fresh seafood and meat, confectionery, paper products, and cleaning solutions.
In recent years, we’ve seen significant growth and invested in our systems and processes, building a close partnership with Woolworths Group that has continued to deliver high-quality service for our customers and suppliers.
In 2024, Woolworths moved to a 100% interest in the PFD business, bringing PFD exciting opportunities as a strategic part of the Group. Sharing expertise across both teams will ensure our continued success and drive further growth and unlock our collective potential.
About this Position
At PFD Food Services, we bring people together through food. We are seeking a confident and experienced Warehouse Supervisor to join our Launceston branch.
In this role, you will lead the day-to-day operation by supporting and guiding both warehouse staff and drivers to achieve strong performance outcomes. You will play a key role in driving performance, maintaining safety and quality standards, and supporting the delivery of reliable service to our customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Meet day-to-day operational deliverables while optimising performance and minimising credits
- Maintain effective and accurate stock control processes
- Manage and support drivers at the start of day, ensuring they are set up for success
- Provide direction and support to site personnel, including conducting toolbox talks, team meetings and onboarding new starters
- Foster a positive, safe and high-performing team environment
- Ensure Occupational Health & Safety requirements are met, including hazard management and incident reporting
- Ensure HACCP, quality and food safety requirements are maintained to standard
- Support deliveries during staff shortages where required
- Assist with truck movements within the yard and transporting vehicles to and from off-site locations as needed
- Contribute to smooth coordination between warehouse and transport functions
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you will bring:
- Experience supervising warehouse operations
- Proven ability to lead and manage teams
- Forklift License and MR License (Desirable)
- Knowledge of HACCP, OH&S and cold storage
- Strong understanding of SOPs and compliance
- Clear communication and organisational skills
- Reliable, flexible and safety‑focused
- Leadership skills with the ability to create a team environment
What PFD is Offering the Successful Candidate
We are offering competitive remuneration, superannuation and other staff benefits (such as discounts on staff purchases, discounted accommodation, health insurance and banking).
Culture & Values
Customer Focus
Know your external and internal customers. Gain and preserve their confidence because we can only be successful if our customers are successful.
Respect
Treat people at work and in the community as they would like to be treated. Act safely, responsibly, and ethically.
Passion
Share the passion of making us a successful and dynamic company. Let’s celebrate successes.
Simplicity
Let’s minimise the complications of doing business so customer services are on time, accurate and reliable. Share ideas to improve our company.
Leadership
All of us can be leaders in our day to day working lives. Bring out the best in yourself and the people around you. Do what you say you are going to do.
How to Apply
Click the apply button and submit your updated resume and a cover letter.
As part of our recruitment process, do you consent to undergoing employment checks? These may include a medical assessment (which may involve drug and alcohol testing), a National Police History Check, a Working With Children/Vulnerable Groups Check, and a Licence Validation/Demerit Point Check.
Please note: We do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies or third parties. Any CVs sent directly to Line Managers will not be considered, and we will not be responsible for any associated fees or costs.
PFD Food Services is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
