Terminal Operations Leader

Location: Gillman - Adelaide, South Australia

About the role:

This role offers the opportunity to take charge of terminal operations at Aurizon’s Gillman Terminal in Adelaide. Ensuring seamless resource deployment, optimal asset utilisation, and top-tier customer service. You'll be at the forefront of driving safety and operational efficiency, while fostering a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities of the Role:

• Foster a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all safety standards and initiatives.
• Lead and support employees through coaching, performance management, and engagement.
• Oversee resource allocation and operational efficiency to meet business and customer needs.
• Monitor financial budgets, control costs, and identify opportunities to maximise revenue.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive business objectives and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and industry standards.

About you:

We are looking for a proactive and results-driven leader with a strong background in logistics and operations. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and have a passion for driving efficiency and safety. Your ability to lead teams, engage stakeholders, and optimise processes will be key to success in this role.

You will ideally have:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a logistics or heavy industrial environment.
• Proven leadership experience in large-scale logistics operations.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills to influence diverse work groups.
• A problem-solving mindset with the ability to optimise operational efficiency.
• Knowledge of logistics operations, preferably within the road and rail industry.

What we offer you:              

At Aurizon, we support the development and growth of our employees. With a national portfolio of operations, we offer long-term and exciting career opportunities. 

Some of our benefits include:

• Development and growth opportunities.
• Access to mentoring and development programs.
• Discounts on selected health insurance funds, personal travel, gyms, vehicles and retail brands.
• Parental leave program and super booster.

About Aurizon:

Aurizon is Australia’s largest rail freight rail freight operator with integrated landside supply chain solutions and a top 100 ASX company. Each year, we deliver more than 250 million tonnes of Australian commodities right across the country. Aurizon is crucial to the Australian economy, connecting miners, primary producers and industry with international and domestic markets. 

At Aurizon, we are proud of our diverse, collaborative, creative and high-performance culture. We celebrate the contribution of every employee and provide opportunities for career development in a dynamic, caring, and inclusive work environment.

To learn about us and our company values, please visit www.aurizon.com.au/careers