Operations Supervisor

Who are we?

Laird Pipe & Casing Solutions was established in 1955 and remains owned and operated by its founding family.

The business is a leading supplier of Carbon Steel Pipe, uPVC Casing, Stainless Steel Screens and drilling consumables to the mining and engineering sectors across Western Australia.

We're a small, supportive and hands-on team that takes pride in what we do. We value relationships, accountability and doing the job properly.

Why consider working for us?

We’re a family-owned business with a long history in our industry, but we're not standing still. We continue to grow, improve and invest in the future.

Our people and culture have been the foundation of our success. Many of our team have built long and successful careers with us because of the variety, responsibility and opportunities our business provides.

With a number of exciting initiatives underway and a strong outlook for the future, now is a great time to join the team and play a part in what comes next.

About the role

This is a hands-on operational role sitting between our Sales and Yard teams. Once an order is received, you’ll take ownership of coordinating everything required to deliver it safely, accurately and on time.

A standard day may require you to wear multiple hats including coordinating staff, stock, processing, suppliers, transport, collections and customer delivery requirements while keeping everyone informed and resolving issues as they arise.

You’ll also help improve our inventory systems, stock visibility, yard efficiency and dispatch processes using your own practical ideas and experience to help us work smarter as the business grows.

The role includes:

• Coordinating orders from sale through to delivery
• Supervising daily yard activities and workflow
• Coordinating stock, processing, transport and collections
• Managing inventory accuracy and stock visibility
• Liaising with customers, suppliers and value adders
• Improving yard, dispatch and inventory processes
• Driving systems, digitisation and continuous improvement
• Solving day-to-day operational problems

What we're looking for

We’re looking for an experienced and trusted operator who takes ownership, stays across the detail and knows how to keep people, stock and orders moving.

You’ll be comfortable working between the office and yard, coordinating multiple priorities and improving the systems and processes around you.

Ideally you'll bring:

• 5+ years' experience in drilling, mining services, industrial distribution, warehousing, logistics or a related industry
• Experience coordinating orders, inventory, transport and operational workflow
• Experience supervising people and coordinating daily operational activities
• Strong inventory control and stock management experience
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Experience using ERP, inventory or warehouse management systems
• Demonstrated experience improving systems and processes
• Good technology skills and confidence learning new systems
• Customer service, sales support or account management experience desirable
• A practical, hands-on approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Hours

Full-time Mon-Fri position based at Perth Airport.

What we'll offer you

• Competitive salary package + performance-based bonuses
• Stable, long-term employment
• Exposure to all areas of the business
• Ongoing training and development
• Involvement in business improvement and growth initiatives
• Onsite parking
• Supportive, team-focused culture
• Opportunity to grow your role as the business continues to evolve