Job Details
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until March 2027
Position Classification: General Admin Staff Grade 1
Remuneration: $66,743.17 – $66,743.17 + Super
Hours Per Week: 14
Location: Waratah
Requisition ID: REQ642578
Applications Close: Wednesday the 8th of April
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
Join a small, dedicated team delivering essential harm minimisation services across Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. This is a hands‐on, community‐focused role where your work directly supports safer health outcomes for individuals and communities.
The Harm Minimisation Team is committed to reducing risks associated with substance use through practical support, education, and access to resources. With a strong person‐centred approach, the team promotes safety, dignity, and respect in everything they do.
About The Role
As the Storeperson/Driver, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Harm Minimisation Program by managing stock, equipment, and deliveries across multiple sites.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
1. Managing inventory, stock control, and warehouse operations
2. Coordinating deliveries across Newcastle and the Hunter Valley
3. Restocking, maintaining, and repairing vending machines
4. Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders
5. Ensuring safe transport, handling, and storage of equipment
6. Maintaining accurate inventory systems and stock levels
7. Adhering to workplace health and safety requirements
8. Upholding NSW Health values and professional standards
This role requires a high level of autonomy, organisation, and reliability, along with a strong commitment to safety and service delivery.
About You
You are practical, organised, and take pride in keeping things running efficiently behind the scenes. You're equally comfortable working independently or as part of a team and bring a strong sense of accountability to your work.
You Will Demonstrate
9. Strong organisational skills and reliability
10. Experience or confidence in stock control, warehousing, or logistics
11. Attention to detail across inventory, handling, and delivery processes
12. Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
13. A commitment to safe manual handling and driving practices
14. Clear and professional communication skills
15. A customer‐focused mindset when working with colleagues and stakeholders
16. A strong alignment with NSW Health values and Code of Conduct
17. A valid NSW driver's licence
Benefits
18. Annual Leave – 4 weeks of paid annual leave pro rata
19. Paid Parental Leave – Supporting eligible employees with time to focus on family
20. Salary Packaging – Access up to $11,600 in tax‐effective salary packaging, including novated leasing
21. Fitness Passport – Discounted gym memberships for employees and their families to support health and well‐being
22. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support services for staff and their families
Contact
For role‐related queries or questions, contact Belinda Archer at Belinda.Archer@health.nsw.gov.au.
Information for Applicants
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria, visit https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2.
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full‐time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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