Description:
The City of Parramatta is going through unprecedented change and transformation as we grow and transform into a Global City. The intensity of growth and investment in City of Parramatta means that Council, their partners, and community have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape the City’s future and ensure it is culturally, socially, environmentally, and economically sustainable.
About the role
This position is responsible for Meals on Wheels kitchen duties, receptionist duties and administration support within the Community Care Team. This role encompasses highly responsive customer service, attention to detail and flexible support to ensure smooth and efficient operations across the Community Care team.
On a daily basis you will:
- Fulfil all administrational duties including, switchboard, word processing, communication dissemination, and customer enquires
- Complete accurate, reconciled, record keeping and data entry across multiple IT platforms
- Complete Meals on Wheels stock control processes including freezer work, stock rotation & inventory, meal packing & ordering Raising Purchase Orders and receipting in line with council processes
About You
We're seeking a candidate who possesses a minimum of two years of administrative experience, adept at managing daily tasks efficiently. You should demonstrate a strong technical proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite and other relevant business solution technologies.
Experience in food distribution is highly desirable, including tasks such as lifting, stock rotation, inventory management, order processing, meticulous attention to detail regarding allergen labelling and packing, and the ability to adhere to tight deadlines. Daily cleaning duties in the kitchen area are also expected.
Additionally, possessing a current Class C Driver's License is required for this role.
What’s on offer
We are offering an attractive remuneration from $63,891 plus 11% superannuation.
In addition, City of Parramatta also offers excellent employee benefits which include:
- 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
- Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking)
- Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year)
- Learning and development opportunities Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.)
Want to know more?
Further information regarding the requirements of this role can be found in the attached Position Description .
Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Ania Moscarelli on (02) 9806 5121 or email amoscarelli@cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au
How to apply
Candidates MUST apply online.
Along with a resume, please attach a document with responses to the following questions:
- Please provide a list of software you have utilised in the past twelve months to complete tasks. Please also provide your level of experience (Beginner, Intermediate or Advanced).
- Please outline your previous experience and understanding of stock control processes, including picking/packing, ordering, rotation, inventory and record keeping.
- Please outline your previous experience working as a team member to meet shared deadlines and what role you took in that process.
Applications close 9pm, Sunday 12 May 2024 and will not be accepted through any other medium.
The successful candidate is required to be vaccinated (at least 2 doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine) in accordance with Council's vaccination policy. Candidates may submit a medical contraindication for Council's consideration.
This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo a Criminal History Records check. A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.
This position requires the preferred candidate to undertake a Pre-Employment Medical Check, which also includes a Drug and Alcohol test.
The City of Parramatta supports a Drug and Alcohol-free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.
Inclusion, Diversity and belonging lies at the heart of how we recruit at the City of Parramatta. We continue to commit to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experiences, and backgrounds. We invite candidates of all ages, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, veterans, LGBTIQA+ and other culturally diverse groups. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident or have unlimited working rights in Australia to apply for this position.