Logistics Coordinator Team Lead

The Opportunity

Downer's Energy & Utilities Telecommunications business is looking for an experienced Logistics Coordinator Team Lead to lead a team of four Logistics Coordinators supporting critical telecommunications projects nationally.

Reporting to the Logistics & Inventory Manager, this role is responsible for overseeing daily logistics operations, inventory performance, warehouse governance and material availability to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and on schedule. 

Acting as a key link between clients, project teams, subcontractors, suppliers and warehouse partners, you'll play a vital role in ensuring construction teams have the materials they need, when they need them.

This is an exciting opportunity for a logistics professional who enjoys combining operational leadership with supply chain analytics, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement initiatives to deliver tangible business outcomes across a national operation.

What You'll Do

• Lead, mentor and support a team of Logistics Coordinators to deliver exceptional logistics and inventory services.
• Coordinate material movements and stock availability to support construction and project delivery requirements across Australia.
• Partner with clients, project teams, suppliers and 3PL warehouse providers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials.
• Analyse inventory and demand data to identify risks, improve forecasting accuracy and reduce aged or excess stock.
• Support logistics governance, compliance and continuous improvement initiatives across Downer's national warehouse network.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead a high-performing national logistics team within a growing telecommunications business.
• Exposure to large-scale infrastructure and telecommunications projects across Australia.
• Career development opportunities supported by leadership and development programs including THRIVE and EmpowHER.
• Access to Perks@Downer, offering discounts and benefits across health, wellbeing, retail, travel and more.
• Dedicated internal mobility and succession planning programs focused on long-term career growth.
• Be part of a Tier 1 ASX-listed organisation with industry-leading in-house capabilities and diverse project opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in logistics, inventory, warehousing or supply chain operations, ideally within a project-based or national environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to coach, motivate and coordinate high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical capability with advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using data to drive operational decisions.
• Experience working with warehouse operations and third-party logistics (3PL) providers.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills, with a strong customer-focused mindset.

About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team, providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's critical assets and networks, delivering complete services across the water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical smarts, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partners, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

How to Apply

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