Dispatch Supervisor

We are seeking an experienced Warehouse
& Dispatch Coordinator to join a busy steel industry operation. The
successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient receiving, storage,
loading and dispatch of steel products, ensuring that all loads are accurate,
clean, secure and delivered to the correct customer/address.

The role requires a mature individual with proven
leadership skills and the ability to manage, supervise and motivate staff,
ensuring that daily warehouse and dispatch operations run efficiently, safely
and in accordance with company procedures. The successful candidate must be
hands-on, organised, reliable and capable of taking responsibility for staff
performance, operational standards and the overall management of the warehouse
and dispatch function.

• Receive and check incoming steel products and materials.
  
• Assist with the organisation and management of the
  warehouse/yard and stock.
  
• Supervise, coordinate and manage warehouse and dispatch staff
  to ensure efficient daily operations.
  
• Allocate duties to staff and monitor performance, productivity
  and adherence to operational requirements.
  
• Lead by example, maintaining discipline, accountability,
  teamwork and high standards of work.
  
• Prepare and load steel products onto trucks for delivery.
  
• Check loads against delivery notes and ensure the correct
  products and quantities are loaded.
  
• Ensure that the correct load is allocated to the correct
  customer and delivery address.
  
• Inspect loads before dispatch to ensure products are clean,
  properly packed and securely loaded.
  
• Ensure loads are safely positioned and secured on delivery
  vehicles.
  
• Assist with loading and offloading of steel products.
  
• Operate a forklift safely and efficiently when required.
  
• Coordinate with drivers regarding daily deliveries and loading
  requirements.
  
• Ensure dispatch documentation is accurate and complete.
  
• Check incoming and outgoing goods for damage or discrepancies
  and report any issues.
  
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe warehouse and loading
  area.
  
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.
  
• Assist with general warehouse duties as required.
  

Requirements

• Previous experience in a steel, metal, manufacturing,
  engineering or similar industrial environment.
  
• Previous warehouse, dispatch, receiving and loading experience.
  
• A mature, responsible individual with a strong sense of
  accountability and the confidence to manage a team.
  
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to supervise,
  manage and motivate staff.
  
• Experience loading trucks for customer deliveries.
  
• Good understanding of delivery notes, addresses and load
  requirements.
  
• Valid Forklift Driver’s Licence/Certificate – essential.
  
• Ability to handle steel products and work in a physically
  demanding environment.
  
• Ability to make decisions, take initiative and resolve
  operational problems.
  
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
  
• Good communication and organisational skills.
  
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  
• A hands-on approach with the ability to lead from the front
  while remaining actively involved in warehouse and dispatch operations