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Logistics Officer

Novita HRIS
1 day ago
Full-time
On-site
Adelaide, Australia
Warehousing & Logistics
Introduction

About Novita

Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.

Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day.

Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita’s offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.

Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.



Description

About the Role  

In this role, you will support the smooth operation of our logistics function by safely storing and delivering items, managing stock movements, and processing client orders. This is a hands-on, varied position where no two items are the same, requiring attention to detail and adaptability, including cleaning and preparing equipment for client use. 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Safely prepare, clean, pack, and dispatch stock manually and using equipment such as forklifts, order pickers, and reach trucks 

  • Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently in line with procedures 

  • Manage inbound and outbound phone calls to coordinate orders, deliveries, and collections with clients and internal stakeholders 

  • Inspect disability equipment before delivery and after collection, including cleaning and reporting any maintenance needs 

  • Liaise with clinicians, Allied Health Assistants, and clients to coordinate equipment distribution 

  • Contribute to the development of work instructions and procedures 

  • Adhere to Novita’s work health and safety systems and report any unsafe conditions or practices 

We are seeking a reliable Logistics Officer to join our team at our Croydon Park site, with the opportunity to also work at our Hindmarsh site. Working hours are across 8am–5pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional out-of-hours work during stocktake or high-volume periods.



Skills And Experiences

Knowledge, skills and experience 

We welcome applicants with previous warehouse or logistics experience and familiarity with computerised stock systems. Experience operating material handling equipment (forklift, order picker, or reach truck) will be highly regarded. However, we’re also open to providing on-the-job training if you can demonstrate: 

Essential Requirements 

  • Valid forklift and order picker license 

  • Valid driver’s licence and willingness to use your own vehicle for travel if required 

  • Basic computer literacy 

  • Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure 

  • Strong customer service focus 

  • Teamwork, initiative, and task prioritisation 

  • Current NDIS Worker Screening and DHS Working with Children Check, (or willingness to obtain) 

We’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us. 

Why join Novita?  

At Novita, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits: 

  • 12% superannuation  

  • Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 of your salary, increasing your take-home pay 

  • Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits including meal and entertainment expenses, accommodation and venue hire, private novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions 

Apply Now  

For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Andi Amir on Andi.Amir@novita.org.au 

As this position is vacant, we are looking to undertake interviews as applications are submitted. Novita may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified before the listed closing date.

Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.  

Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment. 

Achieve your amazing at Novita.