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Posted 28 July, 2026

Operations Supervisor

BlueScope
Townsville,Queensland,Australia Full Time
Reference: 74_631368_744000140142829

Job Description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We're leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We're proud of brands, like COLORBOND steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.

The Opportunity

BlueScope Distribution is looking for an Operations Supervisor to join the team based in Townsville, QLD. BlueScope Distribution is a single-source provider of product, processing and service solutions in steel and aluminium product. The business supports customers in a variety of industries and works with them to help deliver projects on time and to specification. BlueScope Distribution supports its customers by helping them find the freedom to do what they do best.

In this exciting role, you will lead, motivate, and develop a high performing team to ensure our products and services are of the highest quality to meet our customers' needs now and in the future.

Enjoy a competitive salary package and participation in our company incentive program. You will have access to various health and well-being initiatives including our Employee Assistance Program, Real Deals including Fitness Passport and discounted health care benefits plus more and on-going training, development and learning.

What Will You Do?

Leading our skilled Operations team, you will:

  • sustain an effective team capable of producing exceptional standards in safety, quality, lead times and delivery in full, on time measures
  • ensure that all staff are working collaboratively to drive improvement of all operational processes
  • lead and control inventory integrity within the site warehouse and ensure the accuracy of our stock holding

More About You

As an experienced Operations leader with a passion for safety, people and continuous improvement, you will bring:

  • previous involvement in an operational or logistics environment
  • exposure to and understanding of maintenance programs, systems and practices
  • demonstrated experience coaching and leading collaborative teams
  • forklift licence is preferable but not essential

Why BlueScope

As we're creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate, learn and grow with the business, supported by inclusive leadership and a positive, passionate team. At BlueScope, you'll:

  • Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities tobuild skills specificto your role andaspirations,our lifelong learningculturewill support your future career pathways.
  • Create innovative solutions. Seek better, smarter ways to solve problems, create sustainable solutions and make things happen.
  • Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other's safety and wellbeing.
  • Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.

At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and welcome people of all backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives. We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We're passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.

Bring your energy and make your mark, as, together, we drive Our Purpose: "We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future."

Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers

Join us, creating strength for the future.

Applications close 9 August 2026

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