Store/Yard Assistant (Ref: 1226)

About the position:

The Stores/Yard Assistant provides support to the store’s operations through assisting with administration, yard operations, receiving and dispatching of goods, procurement and liaising with operational staff.

This position works a 9 day fortnight with every second Friday as a non-working day.

Key accountabilities:

• Assist the Depot Supervisor with all depot operations tasks including receiving goods, dispatching stock items and maintaining the Depot(s) in a clean and safe condition.
• Provide staff and suppliers with advice regarding placement/storage and pick up of materials and equipment and ensure they are stored correctly.
• Maintain store inventories and provide information to staff regarding location and quantity of material stores and equipment in the storage areas. Raise requisitions and purchase orders as required.
• Maintain material stockpiles in a tidy state and consult with Depot Supervisor to ensure quantities are sufficient for the week ahead.
• Operate plant and equipment (including front end loaders, forklifts or bobcats) to load or unload trucks for operations staff, contractors or suppliers.

For further information and to view the position description, visit www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment

To gain a better understanding of the role or to discuss the position qualification and experience requirements in more detail, please call Michael Greyson, Depot Supervisor on 08 9956 6809.

Position requirements:

The successful applicant will ideally have a Certificate IV in Building or Construction and hold a MR licence. Furthermore, have demonstrated experience in managing depot materials and ability to operate minor plant.

Completion of a pre-employment medical including alcohol and other substances testing is required of all positions at the City.

Remuneration and benefits:

A salary starting from $72,450 per annum or $36.66 per hour will be offered dependent on knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications.

Some of the additional benefits of working for the City include:

• Up to 20.5% Superannuation  (with superannuation co-contribution scheme)
• 9-day fortnight
• 22 Annual Leave days
• Health & Wellbeing Program
• Flexible working arrangements
• Career opportunities
• Study Assistance

About the City

Overlooking the Indian Ocean, Geraldton is a thriving regional city at the heart of Australia's Coral Coast. With a growing population of over 41,000 people it offers a wide range of services and activities. Geraldton is recognised as one of WA's key growth areas and the opportunities in this regional city are plentiful. You can be part of working with us to deliver the best for our community and this region.

The City of Greater Geraldton actively welcomes, includes and values the unique contributions of all people in its workplace. The City welcomes applications from all age groups, people with a disability, and those from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer with strong commitment to fitness for work and safety in the workplace.

Interested in applying?

For information on how to apply for this position, visit the City’s website: www.cgg.wa.gov.au/employment

Applications close 4pm Monday 1 July 2024.

Ross McKim

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER