"Stores Assistant"

locations

Perth, WA

time type

Part time

posted on

Posted 12 Days Ago

time left to apply

End Date: 14 February 2026 (2 days left to apply)

job requisition id

JR104770

About The Team

College Professional Services provides service and support across all Schools within the Colleges and with some functions across the Academy and research areas. As a focused, multi- skilled team, that delivers technical, operational, and support services to academic staff, research staff and students, it enables achievement of the three core activities of the University, Research, Education, and Engagement.

Your New Role!

The primary purpose of the Stores Assistant is to be a key member of the Science Stores Team supporting the Science Stores Supervisor in the day-to-day operation of the stores by providing a high level of service to university staff and students who utilise the stores.

Your Key responsibilities will include –

• Receive, confirm and account for all goods ordered and receive into the store through the finance system. This includes the issue of stores against budget accounts, entry of sales onto computerised stores stock control system, cycle counting and stocktaking of shelved items.
• Provide customer service as required.
• Maintain technical information on equipment and consumable products for clients.
• Assist with other stores activities (e.g. laundry, gas cylinders and liquid nitrogen) as required. Also, assist with the identification of slow and obsolete stock items.
• Maintain broad knowledge of supervisors’ role to provide backup with administrative duties and day to day tasks.
• Respond to enquiries from staff and research students about goods delivery, purchase order status; and follow up goods receivable matter with suppliers.
• Undertake such other duties as required by your supervisor.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Continuous, Part time, (9 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $64,600 – $79,778 (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.  

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Enjoy a 2% salary increase under the Enterprise Agreement, effective July 2026
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Completion of Year 12, with relevant work experience or relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Sound Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health guidelines and responsibilities.
• Demonstrated computer literacy in the use of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to learn new packages as appropriate.
• Ability to prioritise workload to meet strict deadlines.
• An ability to ensure information is kept secure and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Effective communication, customer service and interpersonal skills.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to [undertake a criminal record check] in accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Yvette Toyne, y.toyne@murdoch.edu.au, Science Stores Supervisor and quote JR104770 as the reference.

Applications Close on 13th February 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.