• Contribute to the smooth running of our science operations and facilities
• UC Level 6, Salary Range $91,509 pa - $98,506 pa plus 17% Super
• Full Time, Fixed-Term (3 Months)

About us:

University of Canberra’s vision is that “Together we work to empower, connect and share knowledge with our people, cultures and places.” UC is engrained in the local community and we aim to challenge the status quo through the pursuit of excellence in teaching, learning and research. The University of Canberra is ranked in the top five universities globally for reducing inequalities (THE Impact Rankings, 2023).

About the role:

The Faculty of Science & Technology is recruiting for a Stores and Facilities Coordinator to cover staff leave for a full time fixed-term contract for 3 Months. The position ensures the smooth operation of the Faculty’s store, manage field equipment and vehicle assets, and oversee safety protocols across various facilities. This role is vital in maintaining efficient and safe environments for research and teaching activities.

Key responsibilities:

Under the broad direction of the Operations Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Oversee store management including inventory, supplier agreements, deliveries, cost allocations, and disposal processes.
• Manage the Science Store team and allocate resources effectively.
• Fleet Coordination
• Manage storage facilities and liaise with campus services to meet Faculty needs.
• Ensure safe and compliant shipping, including dangerous goods handling.
• Manage safety inductions for dangerous goods and autoclave facilities.

About you:

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• Willingness to undertake relevant training and inductions.
• Strong initiative and ability to solve problems and work with autonomy.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Experience in inventory, fleet, or facilities management within the higher education industry is highly desirable.
• Science background would be preferred.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as flexible, family-friendly policies, on site gym, on site medical services, a supermarket and childcare facilities.

University of Canberra is a values based organisation and sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility: 

• Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
• The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au 

How to apply:

Please apply with you CV/Resume only, no other documentation is required at this stage. Please ensure you take the time to align your CV/Resume with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.

For job specific information: Please contact Linton Lawler - Stores and Facilities Coordinator - Linton.Lawler@canberra.edu.au – 02 6206 8591

For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Thursday 10 July 2025