Supply Chain & Logistics Recruitment

At Fuse, we connect skilled professionals with Australia’s leading employers across the supply chain and logistics sector. From warehousing and distribution to procurement and transport, our team understands the operational challenges businesses face, and the opportunities these industries create for talented people.

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Fuse Recruitment is trusted by top Australian companies

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About Our Supply Chain & Logistics Recruitment Expertise

About Our Supply Chain & Logistics Recruitment Expertise

Australia’s supply chain and logistics sector is the backbone of the economy, connecting products, people, and places across every industry.

Our dedicated recruitment specialists’ source skilled talent for roles that support transport, warehousing, procurement, distribution, and inventory management, ensuring operations run smoothly from end to end.

We offer tailored recruitment solutions for permanent, temporary, and contract positions, backed by our national reach and local expertise.

Our Expertise Covers:
• Warehousing and distribution
• Transport and fleet management
• Logistics coordination and scheduling
• Procurement and inventory control
• Freight forwarding and supply chain planning
• Import/export documentation and compliance
• Warehouse safety and operations leadership

Supply Chain & Logistics in Numbers

With continuous growth in e-commerce, automation, and infrastructure investment, Australia’s supply chain and logistics sector continues to offer strong career and business opportunities. 

1 M+

Australians employed

$ 140 B+

contribution to GDP

65 K+

transport and logistics businesses

70 %

of employers report skills shortages

Roles we commonly recruit

  • Warehouse Operator
  • Forklift Operator
  • Picker & Packer
  • Storeperson
  • Warehouse Supervisor
  • Logistics Coordinator
  • Transport Scheduler
  • Fleet Controller
  • Distribution Manager
  • Inventory Controller
  • Procurement Officer
  • Purchasing Coordinator
  • Import / Export Coordinator
  • Freight Forwarder
  • Supply Chain Analyst
  • Demand Planner
  • Supply Planner
  • Warehouse Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Logistics Manager
  • Dispatcher
  • Customs Broker
  • Inventory Analyst
  • 3PL Coordinator
  • Transport Manager
  • Freight Manager
  • Logistics Administrator
  • Materials Handler
  • MR Driver
  • HR Driver
  • HC Driver
  • MC Driver
  • Warehouse Team Leader

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Career Pathways in Supply Chain & Logistics

Supply chain and logistics offer hands-on careers with room to grow. Whether you’re starting in warehousing or stepping into a leadership role, there are endless opportunities to progress. 

Featured Role Spotlights:

Warehouse Supervisor

leading teams to ensure efficient stock control and dispatch

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Procurement Officer

managing supplier relationships and cost control

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Supply Chain Manager

optimising operations across warehousing, transport, and inventory

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Disciplines we recruit for

From business support through to technical and specialist roles, we recruit across a wide scope of disciplines to help organisations build strong, capable teams, and support job seekers in finding opportunities that match their skills and career goals.

Administration & Business Support

Corporate Services

Call Centre & Customer Service

Engineering & Technical

Executive & Leadership

Financial Services

Technology & Transformation

Insurance

Manufacturing & Operations

Scientific

Supply Chain & Logistics

Trades & Labour

Manufacturing & Operations
Health & Life Sciences
Industrial & Heavy
Logistics, Transport & Warehousing

Industries we hire supply chain and logistics in

Fuse Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency that partners with businesses in the insurance, financial services, manufacturing and operations, infrastructure, renewable energy, government, and technology industries across Australia.

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Our supply chain and logistics team

Shayne Manalansan

Shayne is a Recruitment Coordinator at Fuse Recruitment with experience in HR within food manufacturing, supporting the manufacturing and operations desk and driving efficient hiring outcomes.

Joshua Hodge

Joshua has 5 years of recruitment experience across hospitality, construction, manufacturing, and logistics.

He is a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Fuse Recruitment, specialising in white-collar roles and new business development.

Carl Kellis

With 7+ years in trades and manufacturing recruitment, Carl specialises in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and facades. He leads the Trades & Labour team at Fuse Recruitment, delivering reliable workforce solutions for short- and long-term needs.

Juvy Bragais

Juvy has 9 years of recruitment experience in manufacturing. Currently supporting Fuse’s manufacturing & operations team specialising in sourcing and candidate management, She is passionate about helping candidates secure meaningful opportunities.

Imogen Chandler

Imogen is a Recruitment Resourcer at Fuse Recruitment and is currently studying a Bachelor of Business (HR Management). She supports end-to-end recruitment, including sourcing, screening, and placing candidates.

Trisha Villasencio

Trisha has nearly three years’ experience in sourcing, interviewing, and supporting recruitment across industries. She currently assists Fuse’s Manufacturing and Operations team as Recruitment Resourcer.

Nikita Ito

Nikita is a Recruitment Resourcer at Fuse Rcruitment, bringing 8 years of experience in client services and recruitment. She sources high-quality candidates for operational and skilled roles for the manufacturing industry.

Hannah Benchouat

Hannah is an experienced recruitment consultant with a background in business development and account management. She is skilled in sourcing, assessing, and placing candidates while fostering strong client relationships.

Imani Annor

Imani is a Recruitment Consultant at Fuse with around three years of experience, specialising in finding and placing suitable candidate for clients in the manufacturing and operations industry.

DJ Pupualii

DJ is a Recruitment Resourcer with 10 years of experience across recruitment and community services, specialising in manufacturing and operations at Fuse Recruitment.

Louise Chua

Louise is a Recruitment Resourcer at Fuse Recruitment, specialising in the Infrastructure and Renewables industries. She is experienced in managing the end-to-end recruitment process, effectively connecting candidates with clients.

Peter Cheal

Peter is a Recruitment Consultant specialising in engineering and trades roles, with experience across civil, oil & gas, renewables, and infrastructure sectors.

Nicole Clarke

With over five years immersed in the manufacturing and industrial sector, Nicole’s focus has always been on recruitment, labour hire, and team leadership.

Mike Hadley

Mike is the Team Leader of our Manufacturing operation in Sydney. He launched his career in recruitment in 2009 and has since established himself as a specialist in the Manufacturing and Transport and Logistics fields.

Mathew Westcott

Mathew is the Managing Director of Fuse Recruitment, a leading specialist recruitment consulting business in the Manufacturing & Operations, Insurance & Financial Services, Infrastructure & Renewable Energy, and Technology & Transformation industry.

Tyson McNeilly

Tyson McNeilly, CEO and Co-Founder, has been pivotal in driving Fuse’s growth, focusing on operational excellence, profitability, and the development of the team.

Melissa Kennedy

As National Manager of Manufacturing & Operations at Fuse Recruitment, Melissa coordinates our recruitment service offerings and client partnerships across our specialist sectors of pharmaceutical, medical device, FMCG, industrial sectors.

Sebastian Leeder

Sebastian has an extensive background in recruiting across the infrastructure, renewable energy, and construction sectors. With a passion for the built form, Sebastian began his recruitment career in 2002.

Meet our top supply chain and logistics talent

Meet our top
supply chain and logistics talent

Full Stack Developer

Victoria Contract or Temp

A full-stack developer with over 10 years of experience delivering scalable web applications across frontend and backend systems, this candidate has progressed to a senior team lead position within the aged care and disability software sector. They specialise in PHP and REST API development within complex, regulated environments and are well-suited to senior developer or technical lead roles in enterprise or community services software.

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Claims & Insurance Professional

Melbourne Contract or Temp

A highly distinctive insurance professional with over 20 years of experience across claims assessment, indemnity decision-making, and technical underwriting, this candidate also holds a Diploma of Building and Construction and personally managed a full residential rebuild following a total fire loss. This combination of formal construction knowledge and deep insurance expertise gives them a rare and practical perspective on scope of works analysis, damage causation, and repair cost estimation. They are well suited to desktop property claims assessment, claims review, or senior claims specialist roles within property or construction insurance.

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Senior Drupal/PHP Developer

Victoria Contract or Temp

A senior full-stack developer with over 15 years of experience across PHP, Python, and modern JavaScript frameworks, this candidate has delivered complex web applications across government, professional services, and financial services sectors. They have led the ongoing development of a state government health information portal in Drupal 10/11, built FastAPI-based RESTful services, and configured Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines on Acquia Cloud. They specialise in Drupal and PHP development with strong backend integration capability, and are well-suited to senior developer or technical lead roles in enterprise or government environments.

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Motor Claims Consultant

Melbourne Contract or Temp

An experienced insurance claims professional with over 20 years in motor, property, and commercial insurance, this candidate has managed large and complex claims portfolios across senior specialist roles. They have a strong record in end-to-end claims management, fraud detection, and investigative interviewing, and have demonstrated the ability to clear claim backlogs efficiently while maintaining compliance with legislative and industry requirements. They specialise in claims resolution and investigation, and are well suited to senior claims handling or specialist roles within insurance or a third-party administrator environment.

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Business Development Manager

New South Wales Contract or Temp

A senior sales and business development professional with over 15 years of experience in the insurance industry, this candidate has led high-performing sales divisions and managed complex key account portfolios across workers’ compensation and general insurance. They have driven market share growth to position their employer as the market leader in workers’ compensation insurance, and built and sustained long-term broker and client relationships that have delivered consistent revenue outcomes. They specialise in strategic account management, business development, and sales leadership, and are well-suited to senior commercial roles in insurance or financial services.

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Mechanical Plumber

Queensland Contract or Temp

This trade-qualified plumber brings over seven years of hands-on experience across commercial, domestic, and mechanical plumbing, with a current focus on mechanical plumbing. They have developed strong practical expertise in plumbing maintenance, drainage systems, and split-system heat pump installations.

They hold a VBA Registration, High Risk Work Licence issued by Energy Safe Victoria, and a Construction Induction (White Card), supported by an extensive range of machinery tickets, including Scissor Lift, Vertical Lift, Skid Steer, Backhoe, and Excavator. This combination of trade qualifications and equipment licences makes them a well-rounded and immediately deployable candidate across a range of project environments.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your guide to supply chain and logistics careers, covering essential skills, certifications, job pathways, and the current demand for talent across Australia’s warehousing, transport, and distribution sectors.

What types of supply chain and logistics jobs are in demand in Australia?

Roles such as forklift operators, warehouse supervisors, logistics coordinators, transport schedulers, and supply chain analysts are in high demand nationwide. 

What qualifications do I need to work in logistics?

Entry-level positions often require minimal qualifications, but forklift licences, HR/HC truck licences, and Certificates in Warehousing, Logistics, or Supply Chain Operations are valuable. Senior roles may require tertiary qualifications in business, transport, or supply chain management. 

Is logistics a good career choice in Australia?

Yes. The sector continues to expand due to e-commerce growth and infrastructure investment. Logistics careers offer job security, variety, and opportunities for advancement into leadership and planning roles. 

What skills are employers looking for in logistics workers?

Employers seek candidates who are organised, safety-focused, reliable, and adaptable. Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills are essential, especially in fast-moving environments. 

What’s the average salary for supply chain and logistics jobs?

Pay varies by role, skill level, and location. Some common examples are: 

  • Warehouse Operators / Forklift Drivers: $55,000–$70,000 p.a.
  • Logistics Coordinators: $65,000–$90,000 p.a.
  • Transport Managers / Supply Chain Managers: $100,000–$160,000+ p.a.

How can I start a career in logistics?

Many people start in entry-level warehousing or driving roles and work their way up. Gaining on-the-job experience and completing certificates in logistics, warehousing, or supply chain management can accelerate your progression. 

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