Depot and Stores Officer

The Opportunity 

Barcaldine Regional Council are currently seeking a professional applicant with operations and logistics management experience, and an emphasis on ensuring efficient and effective depot and resource management, including inventory, procurement, and administrative support to the depot team. 

We are looking for an outstanding candidate that can deliver favourable results for maintaining the cleanliness and tidiness of the depot yard, contributing to the overall functionality and appearance of the depot teams.

In return for your skills, you will be rewarded with training and development opportunities whilst working with a great team. Apply today!

Who we are:

Barcaldine Regional Council, located in the heart of the Central West of Queensland, is committed to providing exceptional services to the Barcaldine region, which includes the communities of Alpha, Jericho, Barcaldine, Aramac, and Muttaburra. With a wealth of talent within the organisation, and amazing facilities, we have created a vibrant workplace that blends old-fashioned, small-town charm with a rich indigenous history. We honour the Iningai and Bidjara peoples, the Traditional Custodians of this land, and embrace the diversity of Elders and community members.

Barcaldine Regional Council strives to provide our employees with a safe, secure, and supportive environment, where employees are encouraged to live by our values and reach their full potential. Our vision is to have a positive, sustainable, and innovative workplace, ensuring a bright future for all. 

About the region:

If you need a break from the city lifestyle and are seeking a better work/life balance, Barcaldine Regional Council is waiting for you! 

Embrace the opportunity to work in a supportive, community-focused environment while enjoying the tranquillity and charm of regional living.

The Regional Council is made up of the former Shires of Aramac, Barcaldine and Jericho including the towns of Alpha, Jericho, Barcaldine, Aramac and Muttaburra.

The region is one of the largest cattle producing regions in Central Western Queensland and also has a productive sheep, wool and macropod harvesting industry with the prospect of mining.

About the role: 

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

• Ordering, receiving, issuing, and monitoring fuel, small plant items, tools, and external employee uniforms.
• Maintaining depot sheds and storerooms in a clean, neat, and tidy condition.
• Ensuring timely ordering of goods to maintain availability for Council works.
• Conducting regular stocktakes to ensure accuracy in Council's accounting system.
• Performing procurement activities in alignment with Council policies.
• Maintaining the appearance, cleanliness and tidiness of the works depot.
• Assist the Rural Lands Officer with pest management activities at the Alpha Clearing Dip Yard, as required.

For a more detailed overview of the position, Click here to view the Position Description

Location: This position is based in Alpha, with Regional Work and Travel as required.

Classification Level: Minimum Level 3.1 of the Queensland Local Government Industry (Stream A) Award – State 2017 and the Barcaldine Regional Council Certified Agreement 2022.

Wage: Minimum base salary of $77,052.04 per annum + up to 12% Superannuation contribution.

Payment of Wages: Council employees are paid fortnightly.

Hours of work: 72.5 hours over 9 days with a rostered day off (RDO) every fortnight.

Leave: Five (5) weeks annual leave per annum + 17.5% loading. Fifteen (15) days personal leave (sick leave) per annum.

Equal Opportunity: Barcaldine Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer, and all suitably qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

What we are looking for: 

• Completion of a year 12 certificate or equivalent.
• Current Queensland class 'C' Driver Licence.
• Current General Construction Induction Card (White/Blue Card) or equivalent.
• Current Hight Risk Work (Forklift) Licence, Desirable but not mandatory.
• Previous experience in a similar role or in procuring goods and services.
• Previous experience in Local Government or other Government bodies (desirable but not mandatory).
• Demonstrated ability to provide administrative support, ensuring a high degree of judgement, initiative, confidentiality, and sensitivity.

Closing date: Sunday, 5 October 2025 at 11:59pm

For more information, please contact Human Resources via email hrm@barc.qld.gov.au