Stores Supervisor

About this role

At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you. The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it? • Keep essential supplies moving across a busy youth justice precinct. • Lead a small team and improve daily store operations. • Build better systems that help staff deliver reliable services. • Use your skills to make a real difference every day. • Ongoing full-time role earning $81,496 - $98,955 per year, plus super. About us The Department of Justice and Community Safety is responsible for the statutory supervision of young people in the criminal justice system in Victoria focusing on prevention, diversion, and early intervention as the most effective and fiscally responsible ways of reducing youth crime Youth justice custodial centres accommodate young people aged 12-18 years who have been remanded or sentenced by the Criminal Division of the Children's Court, and some 18–21-year-olds sentenced by Adult Courts to a youth justice custodial centre. Children and young people involved in Youth Justice are either supervised in the community, by community youth justice workers located at Justice Service Centres across seven regions in Victoria or within custodial services focused on genuine therapeutic environment which is driven by relationships based on an integrated model of care and reformed approach to programs and services. What you will do As stores supervisor, you will manage the stores operations at Parkville Youth Justice Precinct. You will help your team deliver reliable services while keeping stock, records and systems running well. You will: • manage ordering, receiving and issuing stationery, clothing and other stores supplies • lead a team, support staff and build a positive and inclusive workplace • maintain accurate stock levels, complete stocktakes and keep complete records • research suppliers, monitor contracts and recommend cost-effective purchasing decisions • solve operational problems, prepare reports and improve store processes. About you You must hold a current Employee Working with Children Check and a current driver licence before you start. You must keep your Working with Children Check current throughout your employment. You should also have: • strong experience using financial and stock management systems • proven skills using software for stock control and purchasing • sound problem-solving skills and the ability to improve work processes • clear communication skills with the ability to lead a team and build positive working relationships. To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Emma Glouftis at [email protected] . Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy. How to apply Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Child safety statement of commitment The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.