Stores Officer

Job Description

Full-time, Continuing (permanent) position Located at our Bentley Campus Reference: 947076 Join a vibrant team of technicians within the Faculty of Science and Engineering. About the Role: Curtin University invites applications for the role of a Stores Officer at our Bentley Campus. This is a full-time position that plays a key role in the operation of a stores facility that provides staff and students with general purpose and specialist items such as chemicals, dangerous goods and laboratory equipment consumables. Your responsibilities will include: Coordinate purchasing of chemical and laboratory consumables and ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained. Maintain storage facilities and ensure that delivered goods (including chemicals) and equipment are checked, catalogued, stored and secured in accordance with the University and school procedures. Follow University procurement procedures and policies for sourcing supplies, ensuring the most favourable price and terms are obtained, goods are available at the required time and place, and that they meet quality requirements and specifications. Expedite orders with suppliers and raise all necessary transaction details in the procurement portal, attaching related documentation to ensure transparency and accuracy. Ensure the chemical handling and storage complies with occupational health and safety requirements. Undertake other activities which the incumbent might reasonably be expected to do, and which are consistent with the accountabilities and responsibilities as listed above. Who we are looking for: Proven experience maintaining and coordinating technical stores, particularly with items such as chemicals and dangerous goods is essential for this position. Ability to operate a Walkie Stacker Forklift or be willing to undertake the relevant training (this is not required if you obtain a Forklift Licence) . Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks within a dynamic environment. A demonstrated knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety as applied to handling of chemicals and dangerous goods. Ideally, you will be First Aid trained or willing to undertake the training. Benefit from an additional $1,435 per annum as a First Aid Warden at Curtin University! Role Requirements: As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered. Visa sponsorship or relocation will not be offered for this role. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. Why Choose Us? We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Global Excellence: Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2024 rankings. Rewards Beyond Salary: Enjoy the perks of a generous superannuation contribution (17%) with cash out options*, customisable salary packaging benefits through Paywise; as well as Hotel and Health Insurance discounts. Time Well-Spent: Experience the added value of 17.5% Leave Loading, with the option to be paid out or taken as additional leave. Benefit from Parental Leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver), Annual Leave (20 days), Personal Leave (14 days), Aboriginal Torres Strait Islander Leave (5 days)*, Study Leave, and Community Service Leave. Plus 18% more observed days off - enjoy 12 Public Holidays each year (including Easter Tuesday!), and 2 extra University Days over the Christmas/New Year Period (see EBA 51.1 and 51.9). Recognition for Prior Service: Curtin recognises prior service for long service leave purposes. New Curtin employees may be* eligible if they have worked for an Australian University, public service or other recognised institution. For more information about our university and benefits, please visit this link . Join Us! If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address. Applications close: Monday, 3rd February 2025 Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time. Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert. #J-18808-Ljbffr