Service, Parts & Stores Advisor (Fleet Workshop)

Lismore City Council; North Lismore; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Wellbeing programs

Training & development

Job security

Meaningful community work

Job summary

Lismore City Council is seeking a Service, Parts and Stores Advisor to manage parts procurement, receipting, storage, and distribution to support the Fleet Workshop. The role requires accurate inventory records, stock takes, and timely supplier coordination in line with procurement rules.

The position is a 76-hour/9-day fortnight contract with the potential for ongoing opportunities. Applicants should have strong administration, customer service, and MS Office skills, plus a Class C driving

Qualifications

• Strong administrative skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated customer service capability, with the ability to respond to enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work within established deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and general computer literacy.
• Current Class C Driver's Licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement, receipting, storage and distribution of parts, consumables and service kits to support workshop and fleet maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, stock levels, catalogues and store locations, including stocktakes and reconciliations.
• Coordinate supplier relationships, obtain quotations, process purchase orders and invoices, and ensure timely delivery of parts and services.
• Provide administrative and customer service support to workshop operations, including managing service requests and bookings.
• Support workshop efficiency and compliance by coordinating subcontracted maintenance and maintaining records.

Skills

Administrative accuracy

Customer service

Prioritisation

Microsoft Office

Driver's licence (Class C)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Us

Our vision is powered by a deep commitment to enhancing the quality of services we offer to our community. Today, Lismore is flourishing, and it's the perfect time for those who live, work, and play here to embrace and celebrate everything that makes Lismore so special.

We warmly welcome individuals who bring fresh perspectives and unique skills, helping to enrich our collective vision for a vibrant and thriving community.

Shape your future. Serve your Community. Belong to something bigger.

About this Position:

We are seeking a suitably experienced Service, Parts and Stores Advisor to manage the purchasing of parts, consumables and service kits to support our Fleet Workshop activities. This role requires diligent record keeping in defining all inventory cataloguing and store locations whilst maintaining optimum stock levels.

We are looking for someone with a great attitude that enjoys working on a variety of plant and equipment that wants to contribute to the success of our community.

What We can offer you:

• Attractive wages and conditions.
• Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle, including a rostered day off working arrangement (9 day fortnight).
• Employee Assistance and Health & Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport member options.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Job security and a supportive, values-driven workplace culture.
• Meaningful work that contributes to the sustainability and liveability of our region.

What we trust you to deliver:

• Manage the procurement, receipting, storage and distribution of parts, consumables and service kits to support workshop and fleet maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, stock levels, parts catalogues and store locations, including conducting stocktakes and reconciliations to ensure stock availability and accuracy.
• Coordinate supplier relationships, obtain quotations, process purchase orders and invoices, and ensure timely delivery of parts and services in accordance with Council procurement requirements.
• Provide administrative and customer service support to workshop operations, including managing service requests, maintenance bookings, scheduling updates and the workshop shared inbox.
• Support workshop efficiency and compliance by coordinating subcontracted maintenance, monitoring maintenance activities, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, safety standards and reporting requirements.

What you will need to be successful:

• Strong administrative skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated customer service capability, with the ability to respond to enquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work within established deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and general computer literacy.
• Current Class C Driver's Licence.

Term Contract Full Time:

76 hours across a 9-day fortnight

Salary:

A salary starting from $67,771 per annum over a 9-day fortnight, plus superannuation.

Closing date:

Wednesday 18 November 2026 at 11:00PM. However, applications may be assessed as they are received.

Contact:

If you want to know more about this opportunity, please contact Scott Ninness, Mechanic at 0461 268 776.

Considering relocating for this opportunity?

Relocation support is available through The Welcome Experience, a NSW Government initiative assisting individuals and families moving to regional areas click the link to find out more.

Conditions of Employment:

Conditions of employment are in the Local Government (State) Award and relevant Council policy, procedures and agreements.

Pre-employment Screening:

Prior to employment, there will be a series of pre-employment checks that may include health assessments (such as functional fitness, audio, hep A and B, drug testing), validation of right to work in Australia, validation of qualifications and licences, criminal history checks, psychometric assessments and referee checks.

We care about people as individuals and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and new ways of working. We encourage applications from people of any age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, faith, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.