The Purchasing and Improvement Officer will be responsible for managing Council’s store facilities and security, organising purchasing, receipting, issuing, inventory controls, and allocation of equipment. The Purchasing and Improvement Officer will work closely with Council Staff, Supervisors, Coordinators, and Managers to ensure key resources are available to support Council operations, ensuring the maintenance of required stock levels and critical spares. The Purchasing and Improvement Officer will assist to develop and implement initiatives to achieve inventory efficiencies and continual improvement of processes in line with Council’s corporate Information Communication Technology (ICT) strategy and systems.About MuswellbrookMuswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger – we have space for you.About youCertificate IV in Procurement and Contracting or other equivalent qualifications or experience.Experience with computerised purchasing and inventory control systems.General Construction Induction (White Card).Front End Loader Certificate (desirable).Chemical handling certification (desirable).Current Class C (1A) Driver’s Licence.Experience in using Civica’s Authority System (desirable).Preferred experience in Local Government and database administration roles (desirable).Demonstrated experience and/or capability to deliver the Job Specific Key Accountabilities (outlined in the Position Description).Demonstrated Developed key capabilities as defined in the Key Capabilities Table (outlined in the Position Description).We offerPermanent Full Time, 38 hours per week.Salary from $66,620 to $74,850 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 11.5% superannuation.Training Courses + Professional Development.Access to 9 day Fortnight system.40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply).Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family.Further information and to applyFor more information on this position, please refer to the attached Position Description, Council’s Careers website or contact the hiring manager Peter Ball, Manager Works on (02) 6549 3812. For more information regarding the application process please contact Human Resources on (02) 6549 3700.If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact Human Resources.To apply:Complete the application form below, including providing responses to the mandatory questions required. Please keep your responses concise. An unfinished application cannot be retrieved to finish at a later date.Attach your Covering Letter and Resume where indicated.You will receive an email confirming that your application has been submitted.All correspondence will be via the e-mail you have provided in your application.Applications close on 11 April 2025 at 11:59pm.***Please ensure you check your "Junk mail" folder***
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