Department of Corrections – Alice Springs NT
Job description
Agency: Department of Corrections
Work unit: Supply Chain
Job title: Supervisor Supply Chain, Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type: Full time, Duration: Ongoing
Salary: $96,620 - $107,721
Location: Alice Springs
Position number: 15190 RTF
Closing: 21/12/2025
Contact officer: Nathan Gies at *** or ***********@nt.gov.au
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Applications
Applications must include a one-page summary about you, a detailed resume and copies of your tertiary qualifications.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
NTPS values diversity and encourages people from all diversity groups to apply. Disability accommodations are provided with reasonable workplace adjustments. Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration. For more information, please refer to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Under the general direction of the Manager Supply Chain, the Supervisor Supply Chain has responsibility for management and supervision of the Department of Corrections (DoC) stores services across the Central and Barkly regions including inventory management and the purchase and supply of goods and services in accordance with the Financial Management Act, Procurement Act and department policies and procedures.
Context statement
The position supports secure facilities that are operational 24/7; in the case of emergency, additional hours may be required. The role involves working with and supervising prisoners.
Key duties and responsibilities
* Inventory management and supervision of Stores across DoC in Alice Springs, ensuring an up-to-date and efficient Inventory Management System, including products, vendors, contracts, and financial data.
* Coordinate advice, services, and reports to DoC staff in relation to Procurement Rules, Tier 1 and 2 procurement requirements, inventory, and cost. Manage stakeholders and clients.
* Manage the Alice Springs Stores team, including recruitment, probation, training, supervision, and performance management.
* In consultation with the Manager Supply Chain, ensure supply chain systems, procedures and practices are contemporary and meet the business needs of DoC.
* Ensure compliance with Work Health and Safety legislation, and safety standards around chemical handling, fire equipment, walkie‑stacker operations, etc in a stores warehouse environment.
Selection criteria
Essential
* Knowledge and experience with computerised inventory management, financial and purchasing systems.
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience with purchasing and inventory management in a complex multifaceted services environment.
* Understanding or knowledge of the principles of procurement in a public or private environment.
* Ability to undertake research and analysis, identify solutions, and produce clear and concise reports.
* Teamwork commitment with evidence of good stakeholder management and the capacity and capability to work well with others and independently.
* Well‑developed organisational skills with the ability to be adaptable and flexible, high levels of integrity, reliability, and confidentiality.
* High levels of collaboration, proven ability to supervise and support a small team and to work effectively as a team member.
* High level oral and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate outcomes.
Desirable
* Tertiary qualifications in procurement, contract management or relevant discipline.
* Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations such as the Financial Management Act, Procurement Act and Work Health and Safety.
Further information
DoC has a Smoke Free Policy. Staff are not permitted to smoke anywhere on department premises, facilities or in vehicles, nor whilst working off‑site. The preferred applicant(s) will be required to complete a pre‑employment questionnaire, and successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a criminal history check (confirmed by fingerprints and name check) prior to commencement of employment. An adverse criminal history will not necessarily exclude an applicant from this position. All DoC employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
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