Hands and Feet are a not for profit organisation who provide help in times of need for the poor, vulnerable, widows, orphans and people with disabilities. Our warehouse at OSBORNE PARK, WA is used to collect, sort and distribute food to people in need.
Hands and Feet are looking for a competent warehouse manager to be employed on a permanent full-time basis. (38 hours a week). (We will consider Part time roles also)
The role generally will involve working under the leadership of the Community Care Coordinator to ensure the smooth running of collecting and distributing food to people in need. The following activities would be expected of the successful applicant:
* Manage the day to day operations of the warehouse.
* Plan and develop efficient logistical processes for the collection and distribution of food, keeping records in our logistics software (Crittah).
* Manage staff and volunteers
* Manage the upkeep of the warehouse plant and vehicles.
* Maintaining a clean warehouse ensuring we maintain health standards as we handle food.
* Ensure any rubbish is collected and disposed of economically and appropriately
* Provide access to the warehouse when necessary. (Lock and unlock the warehouse as required)
* Managing a Work for Dole team and volunteers who help us sort and prepare food for delivery to people in need.
* Attend team and leadership development meetings
* Maintain good relationships with our warehouse neighbours
* Implement and train staff and volunteers on emergency procedures for the warehouse.
* Induct volunteers and Work for Dole participants in WHS protocols.
Some qualifications that would be an advantage
* Have a LR Driver's License
* Have an understanding of safety protocols in operating forklifts
* Personal Skills: having patience and the ability to work with and encourage people
Hands and Feet comply with the Equal Opportunity and Anti-Discrimination Laws
Hands and Feet is a Christian Community Churches Australia Parachurch Organisation
All applicants need to pass a Police Check Clearance and have a Working with Children Check clearance.
All applications should be willing to work within the Christian Ethos of Hands and Feet.
All applicants should have an Australian birth certificate, passport or citizenship certificate, or a New Zealand birth certificate or citizenship or be a permanent or temporary resident in Australia with a current valid working visa.
All applications should be submitted to the General Manager
Warehouse Manager Job Application
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