Stores Assistant

The University of Adelaide; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Adelaide invites applications for the Stores Assistant in the College of Health. This full-time, fixed-term role supports teaching, research and technical activities by efficiently managing the central store, ensuring staff and students have timely access to equipment and consumables.

Reporting to the Team Lead, Technical Services, you will balance customer service, stock control, equipment coordination and administrative tasks in a busy, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a customer-focused service environment with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Demonstrated financial administration and accurate record-keeping skills.
• Experience managing stock, equipment, purchasing or logistics activities will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Manage the central store to support teaching, research and technical activities.
• Ensure staff and students have timely access to equipment and consumables.
• Balance customer service with stock control and administrative responsibilities in a busy environment.

Skills

Customer service

Stock management

Organisational skills

Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal communication

Education

Certificate III in Warehouse Operations

Relevant tertiary qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and...

• Based in the College of Health at Adelaide University
• Full-time, fixed term contract until December 2027

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it's a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia's future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters

As the Stores Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the College of Health's teaching, research and technical activities through the efficient management of the central store. Your work will ensure staff and students have timely access to the equipment and consumables they need to deliver outstanding educational and research outcomes.

Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description to discover more about this opportunity.

The team

Reporting to the Team Lead, Technical Services, this position sits within the Specialist Facilities and Technical Services team in the College of Health. The team provides essential operational support that enables high-quality teaching, research and practical learning experiences across the University.

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, organisation and helping others. You'll work with a broad range of staff, students, suppliers and service providers while balancing customer service, stock management, equipment coordination and administration responsibilities in a busy and collaborative environment.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU .

Experience

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

• Certificate III in Warehouse Operations, relevant tertiary qualification, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Experience in a customer-focused service environment with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Demonstrated financial administration and accurate record-keeping skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience managing stock, equipment, purchasing or logistics activities will be highly regarded.

Special requirements

• You may be required to work outside standard hours, including evenings or weekends
• This role may involve manual handling, working at heights or in confined spaces

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Submit your application by 11:30pm Tuesday 3 November 2026

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 493438)

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.