• Be the backbone of Council operations — and support every team that keeps our community moving.
• $63,752.00 – $72,597.20 + Applicable Award Allowances + 12% Superannuation
• Secure a 12-month opportunity with balance, structure and future potential.

About Tenterfield Shire Council

Tenterfield Shire Council is located in the picturesque New England region of New South Wales and proudly holds the title “Birthplace of the Australian Nation.” As a rural medium-sized council, it offers the perfect mix of lifestyle and career with easy access to Northern NSW’s beaches, Queensland’s Granite Belt, and the wider Brisbane region.

Our mission is to showcase “quality nature, quality heritage and quality lifestyle.” We are a close-knit and dedicated team that cultivates community spirit and promotes equal opportunities and access to services. We foster a workplace culture that empowers staff while maintaining strong work/life balance.

For more information, visit: www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au

Be the Backbone of Council Operations

Tenterfield Shire Council seeks a highly motivated professional with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver excellent customer service, procurement, and stock control functions for our organisation.

This is a 12-month term contract with the opportunity for extension, subject to organisational requirements. Council is committed to developing its people, and future opportunities may arise across the organisation.

Reporting to the Procurement Officer, this role ensures the safe and secure operation of Council’s Store while providing timely supply services across all departments including Works, Fleet, Water & Sewer, Waste, and Parks & Gardens.

Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ordering, receiving, issuing, and maintaining stock including PPE, chemicals, plant parts, signage, and fuel
• Maintaining accurate inventory records and stock control systems
• Processing purchase orders and goods receivable in line with procurement policies
• Monitoring depot fuel, diesel and liquid emulsion usage
• Managing Safety Data Sheets and hazardous goods registers
• Coordinating supplier relationships and ensuring compliant purchasing practices
• Providing responsive and professional customer service to internal and external stakeholders
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and compliant stores environment

This is a broad and varied operational role that supports critical frontline services.

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You Understand Stores. You Understand Systems.

You will possess:

• Certificate III/IV in Procurement, Logistics, Warehousing, Business (or equivalent) or minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar stores role
• Proven knowledge of stores management and procurement processes
• Well-developed ICT skills including MS Office applications
• Accuracy and efficiency in data entry and inventory systems
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• NSW Class C Driver’s Licence
• Forklift Licence (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to safely undertake manual handling tasks

As our ideal candidate, you are organised, reliable, and confident dealing with both depot crews and suppliers. You understand compliance requirements and take pride in maintaining efficient systems that keep operations running smoothly.

Stability, Balance and Opportunity

• $63,752.00 – $72,597.20 + Applicable Award Allowances + 12% Superannuation
• 15 days accumulative annual Sick Leave
• 4 weeks accumulative Annual Leave
• 9 Day Fortnight
• Further learning and development opportunities
• Access to onsite monthly counselling through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Health and Wellbeing programs
• Relocation assistance and short-term rental subsidy available for successful and approved relocating candidate

While this is a 12-month term contract, future opportunities within Council may arise subject to organisational requirements.

If you're looking for a structured, hands-on role in a supportive regional Council environment, we’d love to hear from you.