Operations Analyst

About the Role

This is a hybrid role sitting at the intersection of digital systems development and day-to-day logistics operations. The successful candidate will inherit partially built automation systems and take them to the next level while simultaneously running the operational logistics function that supports a large-scale exploration division.

Key Responsibilities

Digital Automation & Systems Development

• Take ownership of partially built automation systems and continue their development, improvement, and expansion across the exploration division
• Design and build workflows using Power Automate and Power Apps to digitise and streamline operational processes
• Develop and maintain automation solutions for fleet management — tracking, scheduling, utilisation reporting, and maintenance coordination
• Build and improve timesheet automation systems, ensuring accuracy, auditability, and ease of use across field and office-based teams
• Write and maintain SQL queries and Python scripts to support data extraction, transformation, and reporting pipelines
• Identify additional processes suitable for automation and build the case for — and execute — their digitisation
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools that give leadership real-time visibility into operational performance
• Act as the primary bridge between the logistics operations team and IT/digital functions, translating operational needs into technical solutions
• Troubleshoot system issues, monitor performance post-deployment, and implement continuous improvements

Logistics Coordination

• Coordinate day-to-day logistics activities including fleet deployment, materials movement, vendor scheduling, and transport planning across exploration operations
• Manage relationships with third-party transport providers, freight contractors, and service vendors to ensure service level compliance
• Oversee import/export documentation, customs processes, and regulatory compliance for cross-border shipments
• Track and report on key logistics KPIs including on-time performance, fleet utilisation, and cost efficiency
• Support inventory management, ensuring materials availability aligns with operational demand
• Resolve logistics disruptions efficiently, coordinating across internal stakeholders and external providers

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Produce regular performance reports for senior leadership covering both automation progress and logistics operations
• Conduct root cause analysis on operational failures and implement corrective actions
• Benchmark logistics and automation performance against industry standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Supply Chain, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 6–10 years of experience spanning logistics coordination and digital systems or automation roles
• Proficiency in SQL and Python for data handling, automation scripting, and reporting