Division/Section: Business Services / Procurement
Position Type: Permanent Full Time (9 day fortnight, *****
hours/week)
Salary
Range: LGO2 ($70,107 - $76,341 per
annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and
experience
Location:
Townsville
Application
Close: 11:45pm, Wednesday 5 August ****.
About the
Role:
Townsville City
Council are seeking a proactive and detail-focused professional to
support the efficient operation of store and inventory functions.
This role is responsible for accurately receiving, issuing, and
storing stock in line with Council procedures, ensuring items are
handled appropriately to minimise damage and maintain quality.
You
will assist with stock enquiries and requisitions, ensuring all
required documentation is complete, while maintaining up-to-date
and accurate records within the Procurement Business Management
System.
Working closely
with the Team Leader Inventory, you will help monitor stock levels,
participate in regular stocktakes, and identify items requiring
reordering or those that are overstocked.
A strong commitment to
customer service is essential, ensuring all inventory requests are
processed promptly and accurately within agreed timeframes, while
delivering a positive experience for internal and external
stakeholders.
About
you:
Experience in
an inventory or stores environment, including receiving,
dispatching, and stock handling
Strong
understanding of inventory management, purchasing, and stores
operations in a medium to large organisation
Proficient in
data entry and using Microsoft Office and other business
systems
Sound knowledge
of Workplace Health and Safety, including safe storage and
manual handling practices
Well-developed




communication skills with the ability to engage with internal
and external stakeholders
Demonstrated
commitment to quality customer service
Ability to work
effectively in a team and contribute to operational
goals
Solid time
management and problem-solving skills
Current "C"
Class Driver's Licence
Current High
Risk Forklift Licence
Townsville City
Council is the largest local government authority in Northern
Australia.
We're committed to supporting our people through a
strong focus on work–life balance, a positive and inclusive
culture, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact in our
community.
We
have a range of benefits that confirm this commitment:
5 weeks annual
leave + 17.5% leave loading
3 weeks
Personal/Carers Leave
14 weeks paid
Parental Leave
Domestic and
Family Violence Leave
Natural
Disaster Leave
PPE
provided
Annual wage
progression
Up to *13.5%
Superannuation employer contribution for contributing
members
Salary
Sacrifice opportunities
Access to a
range of learning and development opportunities, including
on-the-job learning and formal training programs
Fitness
Passport program offering discounted membership to selected
health and wellbeing facilities
Employee
Loyalty Program offering discounts at selected local
businesses
Employee
Assistance Program
The Council




contribution to employees' superannuation for contributing
employees shall be 13.5% of the employees' ordinary time earnings
subject to the employee contributing a minimum of 6% of their
ordinary time earnings.
Contact
Person: Peter
Contact
Email:
******
How to
Apply
Your
application can be submitted through the 'Apply' button.
Please
include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages), outlining how your
skills, qualifications and experience would allow you to achieve
success in this role.
We also will require your resume which should
confirm any licences and qualifications your hold.
Previous
applicants need not apply.
For further
information review the Position
Description.
We are
committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where diverse
styles, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued,
encouraged, and respected.
People from diverse backgrounds
(including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander, people with diverse gender identities and sexualities,
people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people
with disability, and veterans) are encouraged to
apply!
All successful
candidates are required to undergo drug and alcohol testing as part
of the recruitment process.
Please be aware Townsville City Council
has a 'zero tolerance' policy to drugs and alcohol in the
workplace.
If you need any
adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would
like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please
contact*****************or phone ************ for a confidential
discussion.
Attachments:
- Warehouse Officer - Position Description.pdf

📌 Warehouse Officer (Townsville)
🏢 Townsville City Council
📍 Townsville