Deputy Shift Lead (2IC)

Posted:
4/9/2026, 2:30:58 PM

Location(s):
New South Wales, Australia ⋅ Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

Job Title

Deputy Shift Lead (2IC)

Job Description

Effective April 1, 2026, Toyota Automated Logistics brings together Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande’s warehousing business, and viastore under one unified brand. During this transition phase, parts of our recruitment activities and communication may still be conducted via legacy company systems and email domains.

Job Posting Title:
Deputy Shift Lead

At a glance:

Based at one of Australia’s most advanced automated picking solution sites in Moorebank, Sydney, the Deputy Shift Lead supports daily operational excellence within a high‑performance maintenance team. This hands‑on leadership role is ideal for proactive, detail‑oriented professionals who thrive in automated environments and are passionate about safety, service, and continuous improvement.

Your Impact:

  • Support the Shift Leader by providing hands‑on leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to ensure safe and efficient operations

  • Coordinate daily workflows to deliver maintenance and service activities on time, resolving technical issues and allocating resources effectively

  • Act as the first point of leadership during outages and incidents, restoring system performance quickly and maintaining clear stakeholder communication

  • Drive productivity, equipment availability, and continuous improvement initiatives using performance data and operational insights

  • Ensure accurate reporting and tracking of maintenance activities through the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

  • Support the achievement of site KPIs across safety, operational performance, and service level delivery

What makes you a great fit?

  • Qualification (degree, diploma, or certificate) in mechanical, electrical, or a related technical discipline

  • Experience supporting or leading technical teams within automated or industrial environments

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels

  • Analytical mindset with experience interpreting technical data, system reports, and diagnostics

  • Ability to act as a technical escalation point during incidents and manage internal and external stakeholder expectations

  • Experience with ASRS (Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems) is highly regarded

What you can look forward to:

  • Permanent, full‑time employment within a stable and rapidly growing global organisation

  • Rotating 12‑hour roster with a consistent day/night on/off pattern and 5 weeks of annual leave

  • Exposure to cutting‑edge automation technology at one of our largest Australian distribution centres

  • Strong focus on safety, teamwork, and continuous development

  • Ongoing career growth opportunities within both the regional and global organisation

Ready to join Toyota Automated Logistics? We look forward to hearing from you!
We look forward to your application. No cover letter is required, just submit your CV

Your contact for questions:
Nada Vidakovic

[email protected]


Who we are:
At Toyota Automated Logistics, you actively shape the future of intelligent intralogistics. As part of Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO), we are a global partner for integrated warehouse automation solutions. Founded in April 2026, we bring together the strengths of Bastian Solutions, viastore, and Vanderlande’s warehousing business under one unified brand.

Together, we develop scalable automation systems, intelligent software, and end‑to‑end services across the entire lifecycle for customers around the world. Our ambition is clear: to set industry benchmarks and actively shape the future of intralogistics.

Diversity & Inclusion:
At Toyota Automated Logistics, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to equal opportunities and an inclusive work environment, and base our hiring decisions on qualifications, potential, and motivation. Support or adjustments during the application process are available upon request.

Vanderlande Industries

Website: https://www.vanderlande.com/

Headquarter Location: Veghel, Noord-Brabant, The Netherlands

Employee Count: 1001-5000

Year Founded: 1949

IPO Status: Private

Industries: Computer ⋅ Information Technology ⋅ Logistics ⋅ Transportation ⋅ Warehouse Automation