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Robert Wyatt

Brisbane

Summary

Experienced warehouse and transport operations supervisor with a strong background in freight handling, linehaul coordination, forklift operations, team leadership, WHS compliance, and customer service. Proven hands-on leader with the ability to manage priority freight, adapt to changing workloads, and drive safe, efficient, and cost-effective operational outcomes. Took a planned break from full-time employment to manage full-time parenting responsibilities as a single parent and am now fully available to return to the workforce, with stable childcare arrangements in place. Reliable, adaptable, and ready to contribute immediately in a supervisor or operations role

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Operations Supervisor

Vision Freight Systems
Brisbane
12.2024 - 02.2026

Planned and coordinated daily and weekly linehaul requirements, ensuring correct equipment allocation to meet freight volumes

Took a hands-on approach to operations, stepping in where required including forklift operation, freight handling, and floor support

Printed, prepared, and checked load sheets, manifests, Dangerous Goods (DG) documentation, and priority freight paperwork

Built and maintained strong working relationships with drivers, subcontractors, and interstate agents to ensure reliable service delivery

Liaised with customers to provide updates, resolve issues, and maintain a high level of customer service

Sourced and compared freight quotes from multiple agents to achieve cost-effective outcomes and support company profitability

Worked closely with management in planning meetings regarding new freight accounts and priority freight movements

Oversaw weekend operations, including rostering and workload planning to maintain service levels

Adjusted staffing levels, start times, and shift hours to suit fluctuating daily and weekly workloads

Conducted interviews for prospective employees and supported recruitment and onboarding decisions

Acted as a key escalation point for staff, drivers, agents, and customers to resolve operational issues efficiently

Ensured WHS compliance and safe work practices across all operational areas by planning and delivering weekly toolbox talks focused on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement

Weekend Supervisor

Pet Circle
Brisbane
05.2023 - 10.2023

Responsible for end-to-end operations of the weekend shift

Led, coached, and supported Team Leaders and warehouse staff

Managed rostering to meet operational and staffing requirements

Drove KPI performance while maintaining high safety and quality standards

Conducted toolbox talks, shift briefings, and performance feedback sessions

Ensured adherence to SOPs and WHS policies

Completed end-of-shift reporting and handovers

Acted as escalation point for operational, performance, or safety issues

PM forklift/Picker Supervisor

QLS Logistics
Brisbane
06.2021 - 05.2023

Supervised picking, receiving, and dispatch operations in a fast-paced warehouse environment

Managed replenishments and monitored stock levels across multiple sheds

Ensured loads were correctly consolidated, restrained, and prepared to company standards

Signed off timesheets and supported staff performance and accountability

Verified freight accuracy through scanning and labelling systems

Prepared manifests and load documentation

Focused on safe, efficient operations while meeting daily targets and KPIs

Leading hand (Dock hand) Supervisor AM / PM

XL Express
Brisbane
07.2014 - 04.2021

Supervised AM and PM forklift and dock operations across multiple shifts

Led teams to ensure efficient loading, unloading, and dispatch of bulk and palletised freight

Managed marking, cubing, consolidation, and allocation of freight to maximise load efficiency

Strong knowledge of QLD, NSW, and VIC routes, multi-drop deliveries, and priority freight

Ensured correct weight distribution across body trucks, semi-trailers, and B-doubles

Oversaw inbound and outbound freight, including checking bulk and loose items against time slots

Conducted pallet control, casual stocktakes, and CHEP/LOSCAM hire and dehire processes

RF scanning, palletising, and manifest accuracy to company standards

Maintained WHS compliance and safe loading practices at all times

Experience handling Dangerous Goods (DG) freight

Education

Cavendish Road State School
Brisbane, QLD

Anglican Church Grammar School
Brisbane, Qld

Toowoomba Grammar School
Toowoomba , Qld

Skills

  • Equipment allocation
  • Dangerous goods handling
  • Freight documentation
  • Operational efficiency
  • Safety compliance
  • Performance management
  • Team leadership
  • Cost-effective sourcing
  • KPI monitoring
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Decision making
  • Performance monitoring

Timeline

Operations Supervisor

Vision Freight Systems
12.2024 - 02.2026

Weekend Supervisor

Pet Circle
05.2023 - 10.2023

PM forklift/Picker Supervisor

QLS Logistics
06.2021 - 05.2023

Leading hand (Dock hand) Supervisor AM / PM

XL Express
07.2014 - 04.2021

Cavendish Road State School

Anglican Church Grammar School

Toowoomba Grammar School
Robert Wyatt