Depot Support Officer

Council Jobs; Kyogle; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyogle Council is seeking a dependable Depot Support Officer to join the Assets and Infrastructure Services team at the Kyogle Works Depot. You will provide efficient administrative, purchasing and stores support to Council’s operational teams, helping ensure daily operations run smoothly.

Experience in purchasing, storekeeping and office administration is ideal, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing systems.

Qualifications

• School certificate or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and working knowledge of computer-based stores and purchasing systems.
• A current Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Experience in purchasing, storekeeping procedures, office administration and recordkeeping.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Understanding of equal employment opportunity and workplace health and safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with purchasing goods and services, including preparing requisitions, obtaining quotations and processing purchase orders.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to coordinate deliveries and support procurement outcomes.
• Assist with annual procurement of suppliers and maintain registers of preferred suppliers, standards and specifications.
• Maintain Plant Maintenance System records and related reporting.
• Coordinate depot communication systems and prepare weekly fuel reports.
• Assist with stocktaking, stock control and reconciliation of physical stock with records.
• Provide administrative support including correspondence, reports and forms.
• Respond to enquiries professionally and direct requests to the appropriate personnel.
• Operate a forklift safely when required and licensed.
• Maintain records and ensure compliance with policies and safety requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of depot administrative and customer service processes.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Purchasing systems

Storekeeping

Communication skills

Teamwork

Forklift licence

Driver's licence

Bookkeeping

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Local government experience

Education

School Certificate

Tools

Purchasing software

Job description

Are you organised, customer-focused and ready to play an important role in supporting Council’s day-to-day operations? Kyogle Council is seeking a motivated and reliable Depot Support Officer to join our Assets and Infrastructure Services team at the Kyogle Council Works Depot.

This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing, storekeeping and administration who enjoys working collaboratively, providing excellent customer service and helping keep essential Council operations running efficiently.

Are you organised, customer-focused and ready to play an important role in supporting Council’s day-to-day operations? Kyogle Council is seeking a motivated and reliable Depot Support Officer to join our Assets and Infrastructure Services team at the Kyogle Council Works Depot.

This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing, storekeeping and administration who enjoys working collaboratively, providing excellent customer service and helping keep essential Council operations running efficiently.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Fleet and Depot Overseer, the Depot Support Officer provides efficient, courteous and reliable administrative, purchasing and stores support to Council’s operational teams.

You will assist with procurement processes, supplier coordination, stock control, plant maintenance records, fuel reporting and general depot administration. You will play an important role in ensuring purchasing and administrative processes are completed accurately, efficiently and in accordance with Council policies and procedures.

• Assist with purchasing goods and services, including preparing requisitions, obtaining quotations and processing purchase orders in accordance with Council procedures.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to coordinate deliveries, confirm requirements and support effective procurement outcomes.
• Assist with the annual procurement of suppliers and maintain registers of preferred suppliers, standards and specifications.
• Maintain Council’s Plant Maintenance System, including plant records, maintenance information and related reporting.
• Coordinate depot communication systems and prepare weekly fuel system reports.
• Assist with stocktaking, stock control, inventory records and the reconciliation of physical stock against computerised records.
• Provide administrative support, including preparing correspondence, reports, forms and other documentation.
• Respond to telephone, radio and general enquiries professionally and courteously, ensuring requests are accurately recorded and directed to the appropriate personnel.
• Operate a forklift safely when required and appropriately licensed.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Council procedures, workplace health and safety requirements, confidentiality and ethical conduct.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of depot administrative, purchasing and customer service processes.

About You

You are a dependable and organised professional with sound administrative skills, a practical approach to problem-solving and a strong commitment to customer service. You enjoy working as part of a team while also being confident managing tasks independently and taking initiative when required.

You have experience in purchasing, storekeeping and office administration, with the ability to maintain accurate records, manage competing priorities and communicate effectively with staff, suppliers and other stakeholders. You are comfortable using Microsoft Office and computer-based systems, and you understand the importance of following established procedures, maintaining confidentiality and working safely.

To be successful in this role, you will have

• A School Certificate or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a working knowledge of computer-based stores and purchasing systems.
• A current Class C Driver’s Licence.
• Demonstrated experience in purchasing, storekeeping procedures, office administration and recordkeeping.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• An understanding of equal employment opportunity and workplace health and safety principles, with the ability to apply these in daily work.
• Experience in local government, an understanding of bookkeeping principles, a forklift licence and well-developed interpersonal and negotiation skills will be highly regarded.

About Kyogle

At Kyogle Council, we are committed to meeting the challenges of our unique and diverse region. Our teams work together to deliver essential services and support the needs of our community.

Joining Council means becoming part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, accountability and quality service. As a Depot Support Officer, you will make a practical contribution to the efficient delivery of Council’s operations.

Join Council

This is an opportunity to build your skills, contribute to essential local government services and become part of a supportive team. If you are proactive, detail-oriented and enjoy a varied role where your work makes a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Kyogle Council is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people from diverse backgrounds and experiences, people living with disabilities and indigenous Australians.

Applications close 4pm Friday 20 November 2026