Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor – SDS Australia (South Nowra)

Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor – SDS Australia (South Nowra) Lead. Influence. Drive performance. Build a high-functioning warehouse team. SDS Australia ( is a rapidly growing leader in premium sauna solutions, wellness products, and high-grade timber. With national expansion underway, our Nowra Warehouse Team is seeking a hands‑on, confident, and people-focused Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor to lead day‑to‑day operations and support our growing volume of sales orders. This role is ideal for someone who not only understands warehouse and logistics operations, but can also lead people, drive accountability, uplift team performance, and maintain a safe, compliant, efficient warehouse environment. What You'll Lead & Deliver As the Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor, you will take ownership of the Nowra facility’s operational performance. You will lead a small team, influence daily priorities, maintain high standards of safety and accuracy, and ensure the efficient flow of goods, dispatch, stock movement, and customer deliveries. You’ll work closely with our NSW & VIC teams to ensure the warehouse operates with professional discipline, strong communication, and a high‑performance culture. In this varied, hands‑on role, you’ll be the go‑to person for keeping our Nowra facility organised and our customers happy, leading daily warehouse operations: Supervise and mentor warehouse staff, fostering a positive and accountable team culture Receiving, dispatching, stock movements Pick/pack accuracy Inventory integrity and cycle counts Container unloads Oversee workflow allocation, team productivity, and operational KPIs Ensure professional warehouse standards: cleanliness, quality, safety, organisation Hands‑on support for assembly, basic maintenance, installations preparation, and packing Problem‑solve operational issues, delays, or service escalations with urgency Maintain accurate records across CRM, inventory software, and internal systems Collaborate with Sydney HQ and logistics teams to resolve issues and keep operations running smoothly Enforce compliance with SDS policies, WHS procedures, safe work practices, and equipment standards Influence performance, ensure accountability, and support strong team morale What You'll Bring Proven warehouse or logistics team leader / supervisor experience Strong people skills: able to coach, influence, motivate, and correct performance when required High personal standards, professional warehouse discipline, and quality mindset Counterbalance forklift licence (mandatory) – high reach is a bonus Experience coordinating stock, dispatch, inbound freight, and delivery schedules Comfortable with tools for basic assembly and hands‑on tasks Strong computer literacy (CRM, WMS, inventory systems, Excel/Google Sheets) Excellent communication – internal and external Ability to juggle competing priorities while maintaining pace and accuracy Strong WHS mindset – proactively identify risks and implement corrective actions Calm under pressure, solutions‑focused, reliable, and team‑oriented Carpentry/assembly experience is beneficial but not required You must be organised, resourceful, and ready to work autonomously when required. Why Join SDS Australia Work in a flexible, multi‑skilled role where no two days are the same Engage with premium wellness brands and products Join a high‑growth company with a supportive team and national ambitions Enjoy a hands‑on, varied role with real ownership and responsibility Supportive national network with opportunities to learn and grow Ready to Apply? Please include a cover letter addressing the criteria below — applications without a cover letter will not be considered. Selection Criteria – Address These in Your Cover Letter Why do you want to join SDS Australia, and what value will you bring as a Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor leading our Nowra operations? Describe your experience supervising, leading, or influencing a warehouse or logistics team — including how you manage performance, allocate work, and maintain high operational standards. Explain how you ensure accuracy, efficiency, and accountability across warehouse functions such as stock control, dispatch, container unloading, pick/pack quality, and workflow management. Provide an example of a time you improved a warehouse process, uplifted team capability, or resolved a significant operational challenge. Describe your communication and collaboration style — especially when working with internal teams, contractors, delivery providers, or customers. Confirm your availability and relevant licences (driver’s licence and forklift licence essential; reach‑truck experience desirable). Outline any hands‑on skills, such as equipment handling, basic assembly, maintenance, or use of tools that support safe and efficient daily operations. SDS Australia is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr