Shape your future, your way – with Moree Plains Shire Council.
Looking for more than just a job? At Moree Plains Shire Council, you’ll step into a role where your work matters – to your team, your community, and your career. We’re a forward-thinking Council with a bold vision for growth, innovation and liveability. Join us and enjoy a dynamic work environment, genuine work-life balance, and the chance to make a real impact where it counts.
Whether you’re driven by career development, community connection or a tree-change lifestyle with real opportunity – this is where it all comes together.
Permanent Full-Time Career Opportunity – 35 hours per week
Attractive weekly salary ranging from $1,175.25 - $1,351.30 (dependent on experience and qualifications).
12% Superannuation Contribution.
Location - Moree
WHY CHOOSE COUNCIL?
Job Security & Stability – Local government roles offer long-term employment prospects backed by a stable funding base and clear governance structures.
Award-Based Pay & Benefits – Competitive salaries under the NSW Local Government (State) Award and generous leave entitlements (including annual, personal, parental, and long service leave).
Great Work-Life Balance – Rostered Day Off Every 3 Weeks - An extra 17 days off a year.
Professional Development & Career Pathways – Funded training, study assistance, and clear progression opportunities across diverse roles and departments within Council.
Community Impact – The chance to directly contribute to the liveability, growth, and sustainability of the Moree Plains region, with work that makes a tangible difference to residents.
Inclusive & Supportive Workplace Culture – A collaborative environment that values diversity, equity, and employee wellbeing.
Regional Lifestyle Benefits – Enjoy the affordability, community spirit, and relaxed pace of regional NSW living, with less congestion and more connection.
Access to discounted gym memberships and special rates across an extensive network of fitness facilities (gyms, pools, etc.) which supports the health and wellbeing of our staff and their families
Job Description
At Moree Plains Shire Council, we are looking for a proficient, approachable, and productive professional to join our Depot Services team as an Inventory Purchasing Officer. If you are dynamic and enjoy a role that balances technical inventory management with hands-on depot support, we want to hear from you.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Manager Depot, Fleet & Logistics, you will be essential to the effectiveness of the Tycannah Street Works Depot. You will ensure that Council maintains optimum stock levels while strictly adhering to procurement policies to achieve consistent value for money.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Managing inventory control by maintaining appropriate stock levels and ensuring accurate, timely updates within the Stores information system.
Facilitating accurate stock movement by maintaining a stock register and conducting regular stocktakes to rectify and report discrepancies.
Handling financial administration, including raising purchase orders and completing account reconciliations within your scope of delegations.
Operating light machinery such as forklifts and front-end loaders to organise and distribute stock, including chemical products.
Leading procurement documentation, assisting with Request for Quotations (RFQ) and tender processes using platforms like Tenderlink.
Researching product availability and sourcing external quotations to ensure quality and value for internal customers.
Managing plant data by verifying and inputting daily and weekly plant running sheets into Council's management system.
Ensuring safety and compliance by maintaining storage areas that meet WHS and Hazardous Materials standards.
You are a self-motivated team player with excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills. You possess the ability to perform accurately under time pressure while maintaining discretion when dealing with suppliers.
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
Certificate III in Procurement or a similar industry discipline, or equivalent experience in retail/procurement services.
Proven computer literacy with experience using computerised stock and purchasing systems.
Demonstrated ability to prioritise work and meet strict deadlines with high attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with a focus on delivering courteous customer service.
Physical capability to undertake heavy manual handling tasks.
Required Tickets and Licences:
High Risk Work Licence (Forklift) (LF).
General Construction Induction Certificate (White Card).
Current Class C Driver's Licence (NSW).
Desirable Criteria:
Previous Local Government experience.
Experience operating a Front End Loader.
MR Driver's Licence or Dogging Certificate (DG).
Working at Heights or First Aid Certification.
Required Clearances:
National Criminal History Check.
Pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.
Ready to enhance the quality and responsiveness of our depot services? Apply now!
