Storeperson at NZ Defence Force, Nelson - Marlborough

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Mō te tūnga | About the role

The Storeperson is responsible for maintaining camping stores and equipment.

The main responsibilities of this role are:

• Responding promptly to requests for equipment from our internal customers;
• Managing queries over the phone and in person;
• Conducting regular stock checks and managing stock levels;
• Managing and maintaining an accurate inventory of all stock; and
• Providing accurate documentation and records.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

You'll be someone who takes pride in a job well done and works hard to make it happen.

Along with some experience in a warehousing or stores environment you'll need the following:

• Forklift experience;
• Effective communication and relationship management skills;
• Ability to provide quality and efficient service to customers;
• A good level of computer literacy within Microsoft Office, particularly with excel spreadsheeting and outlook; and
• A full class 1 NZ driver license.

This job will require heavy lifting of equipment at times.

Mō mātou | About Us

The Materiel Support Wing Auckland/Woodbourne provides: management and planning for all ILM and DLM maintenance activity for RNZAF Base Auckland aircraft fleets and major components. They provide logistics support to Base Commander Woodbourne including: technical and spares support to Airbus; storage, distribution and accounting of equipment and spares, including small arms and medical items; the movement of freight; communication and data support; maintenance and repair of ground support equipment including vehicles; and passenger and freight loading.

Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand. As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you

NZDF is an inclusive organisation that is open to flexible working arrangements and welcomes applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, beliefs/opinions, or family circumstances.

In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:

• Great benefits for you and your family.
• Full time ongoing work.
• Fully funded life cover up to $300,000.
• Discounts Handbook for selected retail, entertainment and service providers.
• 5 weeks annual leave per year.
• Access to a range of onsite facilities.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply

To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page.

Please note:

• Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.
• If you are an existing NZDF employee (excluding contractors) you must apply through our Internal Vacancies site, via the HR Toolkit.

Applications close on Monday 6 February 2023.

Please note: Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for. The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Low level Security Clearance

• most preferably a NZ citizen, who has resided in this country continuously for at least the last five years, OR
• is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last five years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, the United Kingdom (UK) or the United States of America (USA); and has a background history that is verifiable and can be assessed as appropriate by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) towards a recommendation of suitability for a security clearance at this level.

If you do not meet these minimum criteria, we will not be able to accept your application.