Job Description

About the role

Mater’s Supply Chain Operations Team is seeking a motivated Supply Chain Operations Assistant to join us in a casual capacity at our Rockhampton Private Hospital.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the regional Supply Chain Operations team by ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of inventory through the warehouse. You’ll help coordinate the timely receipt, storage, and distribution of stock to Mater customers, while maintaining strong communication and attention to detail to support accurate and high-quality stock control.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where your proactive approach will directly contribute to keeping hospital operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Salary range: $34.87 - $36.55 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

• Ensure the accurate receipt, storage, distribution, and timely delivery of goods within the warehouse
• Work collaboratively with the Supply Chain Operations team to resolve order discrepancies and stock-related issues
• Assist with stocktake activities and maintain effective inventory control processes
• Follow imprest management procedures and contribute to continuous system and process improvements
• Maintain strong attention to detail while ensuring compliance with updated procedures and standards
• Provide high-quality support to Mater customers, contributing to safe and efficient hospital operations
• Communicate effectively with regional leadership and key stakeholders
• Support team capability development through participation in meetings, training, and learning activities
• Contribute ideas, feedback, and initiatives that support continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, supply chain governance, and organisational procedures
• Adhere to Work Health and Safety requirements, including timely reporting of hazards and incidents
• Participate in meetings, projects, and other forums as required

About you

• Certificate II in Transport and Logistics (Warehousing and Storage) is desirable
• Demonstrated experience in warehouse or inventory operations within a large organisation
• Experience using inventory management systems, including imprest management processes
• Previous healthcare or hospital supply chain experience is highly regarded
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and proactive in your approach
• A collaborative team player with a strong customer and service focus
• Committed to continuous improvement and open to providing constructive feedback
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety, wellbeing, and environmental responsibility

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, and at Rockhampton, we keep things personal and local. Here, we are a community-based hospital, and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton, you’ll be part of a tight-knit and purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater #GETBETTERWITHMATER

Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

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