Container Unloading Supervisor

We're Hiring: Container Unloading Supervisor - AdelaideEmployment Type: Full-timeHours: Monday to Friday, 7AM startLocation: Edinburgh Park, Adelaide, SAAbout Young GunsAt Young Guns, we’re more than just a container unloading business - we’re a movement. Our values and purpose are at our core. We are more than a company that unpacks and packs containers. With our bold purpose and strong values, we’re on a mission to unlock the Best Version of our team. We thrive on challenge, pace, and performance - and we’re not slowing down.

If you’re looking to grow personally and professionally in a workplace that values culture, drive, and continuous improvement - you’ve found your team. About The RoleWe’re on the hunt for a high-performing Supervisor (internally known as a Captain) to lead a small crew at our Edinburgh Park operation. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be working shoulder-to-shoulder with the team, coaching and challenging them, building strong customer relationships, and ensuring we deliver safe, efficient and high-quality service every day.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced supervisor or someone who’s currently a team leader and ready to step up into a supervisor role. What You’ll Be DoingOwn the Operation - Oversee the full container unloading operation, ensuring safety, speed, and accuracy from start to finish. Lead with Impact - Manage and develop team leaders and crew, bringing out their best through coaching, accountability, and trust in the process. Customer First - Be the key liaison for our customers. Understand their expectations, build strong partnerships, and ensure we deliver on time and with excellence.

Plan for Success - Forecast and plan workforce needs in advance, aligning rosters and resourcing with customer demand. Safety is Key - Be a safety role model, maintaining compliance and leading by example in every aspect of operations. Lift the Standard - Review team performance daily, identifying opportunities for efficiency, accuracy and leadership growth. Stay Hands-On - Be ready to jump on the tools. Whether it's operating a forklift or helping palletise stock, you lead from the front. Run the Rhythm - Facilitate and participate in all essential meetings, keeping the team aligned and energy high.

What You’ll Bring To The TableProven Leadership - Minimum 3 years experience in leading teams in logistics, warehousing, or supply chain operations. Strong People Skills - You know how to connect with people, motivate them, and hold them accountable. Safety Mindset - A deep understanding of safe work practices and the ability to instil them into others. Data-Driven - Confidence in using systems and tools to analyse performance, track results, and make continuous improvements. Customer Focused - You understand what matters to customers and how to deliver it while protecting our team and our brand.

Values Aligned - We are all about our values and need someone who will leave and breath them to every day: High Care, High Achievement and High Trust. Container experience would be highly regardedWhy Join the Young Guns Crew?Lead in a Fast-Moving Industry - Work in one of the most dynamic sectors in logistics. Incredible Culture - Join a team that values fun, respect, and high performance. Career Growth - Step into a role with strong development pathways, including national leadership opportunities.

Meaningful Work - Make a real difference in your team’s lives by helping them reach their best version. How To ApplyClick APPLY NOW and upload your CV and cover letter. Want to have a chat first? Reach out to Clara for a confidential discussion on 0451 366 830.