Job Description
Stirlings, established in 1973, is a privately owned stockholding & processing distributor of Stainless & Performance Steel products. Simply, we import materials, stock them, process them into different forms, and sell them to our customers around Australia and internationally. Our top-quality Performance products have made it into factories, bridges, buildings, sculptures, vehicles, ships, and more.
We at Stirlings pride ourselves on being a privately owned business. Despite our continuously growing operations nationwide, we assure you that as a member of the Stirlings team, you will also become a member of the family. Your new job with us will be stable, and you will be professionally trained on the job and receive a multitude of benefits for your work.
We are seeking a hands-on
Distribution Centre Manager to lead our Bibra Lake Despatch operations . This role requires a strong floor presence, leading by example while driving continuous improvement across warehouse operations, team performance, safety, and service delivery.
About You
You are a confident and approachable leader who thrives in a fast-paced warehouse environment and enjoys being actively involved in day-to-day operations. You bring a strong focus on people leadership, safety, and customer service, and you know how to balance operational demands with team development.
You will demonstrate:
Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills
A visible, hands‑on management style with active engagement on the warehouse floor
Proven ability to manage people, workloads, rosters, and resources effectively
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coach, train, and support team members
Experience managing HR‑related matters, including performance conversations and behaviour expectations
A service‑focused mindset with strong internal and external communication skills
Solid understanding of warehousing and distribution systems, documentation, and processes
Ability to prioritise and organise in a fast‑paced environment
Advanced knowledge of safe handling, care, and storage of products
Strong commitment to WHS and safe work practices
High attention to detail and accuracy
Licences required:
Order Picker Licence
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Operations Manager – Distribution Centres, your responsibilities will include:
Maintaining a strong, hands‑on presence within the warehouse
Leading and fostering a positive, safe, and supportive workplace culture
Delivering high‑quality service to internal and external customers
Achieving strong DIFOT performance and reliable service standards
Managing staffing levels, scheduling, workloads, and roster planning
Leading onboarding, training, and ongoing skills development
Managing HR matters respectfully and in line with company values and policies
Monitoring and reporting on Despatch performance and operational metrics
Ensuring dispatch documentation accuracy and on‑time delivery
Coaching, leading, and performance managing Despatch team members
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated warehouse team at Bibra Lake while driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and a strong, people‑focused culture.
Stirlings Performance Steels strongly supports internal career development, with excellent opportunities for progression, internal transfers, and promotion.
If you’re looking for your next challenge and believe you have what it takes to be part of the Stirlings family, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your cover letter and resume.
Thank you.
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