Storeperson

K&S Corporation; City of Mount Gambier; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated car lease

Salary sacrifice

Paid parental leave

Growth opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

K&S Corporation in Mt Gambier is seeking a hands-on Storeperson and Parts Interpreter on a 12-month contract to source and manage parts, support mechanics and keep our national fleet maintained.

Reporting to the Workshop Manager, you will interpret parts requests, manage stock, conduct stocktakes, pick and issue parts, monitor spend and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely availability. This role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and a practical, safety‑minded approach.

Qualifications

• Experience in parts interpreting or workshop store operations.
• Able to read and understand technical information.
• Excellent stock control and inventory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Keep fleet moving by sourcing, ordering and providing the right parts.
• Interpret, source, and procure parts accurately and efficiently.
• Manage stock control and conduct stocktakes.
• Pick and issue parts to mechanics.
• Monitor parts spend and recommend best-value solutions.
• Liaise with mechanics, suppliers, and management.
• Maintain accurate, timely records and identify delays before they occur.
• Contribute to a safe, organized, high-performing workshop.

Skills

Parts interpreting

Stock management

Reading technical information

Computer literacy

Driver's license

Communication

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Who are we:

K&S Corporation is an ASX-listed company and dominant multi-modal transport and logistics provider in Australia and New Zealand. Our comprehensive offerings across road, rail, and sea transport, alongside fuel distribution and specialised logistics subsidiaries, position us a critical player in national and trans‑Tasman supply chains, serving a wide range of sectors from mining and agriculture to retail and industrial clients. With a proud 80-year history our brand is known for innovation, customer focus, continuous improvement, and industry leading safety. K&S Freighters maintains one of Australia’s largest company-owned fleet, employing over 1600 personnel and headquartered in Truganina, Victoria.

About K&S National Fleet

With over 80 years of dedicated service, K&S operates one of Australia’s largest privately owned company fleets, with more than 2,500 commercial vehicles and trailers nationwide. Our National Fleet division supports workshop locations across the country, ensuring our assets are maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance. Guided by our core value “Everybody Safe Every Day” we are committed to delivering reliability for our customers and safe outcomes for our people.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a hands -on Storeperson and Parts Interpreter to join our team in Mt. Gambier on a 12-month contract fixed-term contract. You’ll source and manage parts, support our mechanics and play a key role in keeping our national fleet maintained and moving.

Reporting to the Workshop Manager you’ll be supported by a leader who brings broad operation knowledge and practical, hands-on approach to running a high performing workshop.

What You’ll Be Doing

• You’ll play a critical role in keeping our fleet moving, ensuring the right parts are sourced, ordered and available when the workshop needs them.
• Interpreting, sourcing, and procuring parts accurately and efficiently
• Managing stock control and conducting stocktakes
• Picking and issuing parts to mechanics
• Monitoring parts spend and recommending best-value solutions
• Liaising closely with mechanics, suppliers, and management
• Maintaining accurate, timely records
• Identifying potential delays before they become problems
• Contributing to a safe, organised, and high-performing workshop
• This role isn’t about just ordering parts it’s about understanding what’s being ordered, why it’s needed, and how it impacts the bigger picture.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in Parts Interpreting or workshop store operations – advantageous
• Ability to read and understand technical information
• Computer savvy with high attention to detail
• Knowledge of stock control and inventory processes
• Confident communicator who can liaise across workshop and management
• Naturally curious, you ask questions and think ahead
• Organised, accountable and reliable
• Current Drivers license

Why Join us:

• Competitive remuneration
• Work in a modern, purpose-built workshop facility
• Be mentored by a highly experienced industry leader
• Novated car lease option
• Salary sacrifice
• Paid parental leave
• Growth and development to support career progression
• Employee recognition and rewards program
• 24/7 Employee assistance program including financial wellness support
• Corporate health plan discount
• Background checks for all new employees to support our safe workplace
• Stable ASX listed, multi-modal business with 80 years of industry history

To uphold our core value of“Everybody Safe Everyday” a pre-employment medical and police check will be required to be successful in this role.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights. We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.