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Maintenance and Logistics Coordinator
Salvation Army Emergency Services (SAES) | SCHADS Level 4
Full-time | Permanent
Malaga, WA
Why this role matters
When disasters strike, communities rely on The Salvation Army Emergency Services to be there with comfort, care and practical support. Our teams stand beside volunteer and career fire fighters, SES volunteers, Police and other emergency workers, as well as people affected by bushfires, floods and storms.
This service operates every day of the year, and every response depends on equipment that is safe, reliable and ready to go. The Maintenance and Logistics Coordinator plays a vital role in ensuring our vehicles, trailers, plant and equipment are prepared for deployment, enabling teams to respond swiftly and confidently when communities need support the most.
It is purposeful, hands-on work that strengthens frontline emergency response and makes a meaningful difference in moments that truly matter.
About the role
This position is responsible for the coordination and readiness of all SAES operational assets across Western Australia. The role establishes and maintains an accurate asset register, oversees scheduled servicing, manages repairs and replacements and ensures compliance with WHS requirements and TSA policies.
Strong collaboration with contractors, suppliers and TSA Property is essential to arrange testing and tagging, dispose of failed equipment and maintain safe operating procedures. The role also provides training in the safe use of plant and equipment, manages warehouse inventory and leads casual personnel and volunteers to complete depot tasks.
During emergency events or disasters, deployment may be required to support SAES response operations including meal service delivery, food preparation, distribution, site set up and pack down. This role also includes participation in an on‑call phone roster to support operational readiness. This is a dynamic operational role where every action contributes to readiness, safety and effective response. This permanent full-time position is based at Malaga, WA within the SAES team, reporting to the SAES Response Coordinator WA. Pay is in accordance with a SCHADS Level 4.
How you will make an impact
- Maintaining a complete and accurate asset register
- Ensuring all plant, vehicles and equipment are serviced on time
- Coordinating contractors and suppliers for maintenance, repairs and replacements
- Keeping Noggin data current and compliant
- Conducting annual reviews of Safe Operating Procedures
- Supporting WHS obligations and eliminating hazards
- Providing training in equipment use and maintaining training manuals
- Managing warehouse stock inventory and depot operations
- Leading casual personnel and coordinating volunteers
- Supporting SAES deployments during emergency events
- Compiling fault reports after each incident and forwarding to the State Coordinator
What you will bring
- Experience operating mobile plant equipment
- Confidence working in fast paced operational environments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Professional presentation and reliability
- Commitment to safety, integrity and inclusive practice
- Senior First Aid Certificate
- Current driver’s licence (WA)
- Heavy vehicle licence (MR or above)
- Forklift licence
What we offer
- Salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 tax free and Entertainment Benefit up to $2,650 tax free
- Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling
- Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts
- Generous paid parental leave with 12 weeks for primary carers
- Purchased leave options up to eight weeks
- Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
- Up to five days paid leave each year to support a Salvation Army program or activity
- A supportive and inclusive culture with passionate and dedicated team members
How to apply
If supporting emergency response operations inspires you and you are motivated to ensure our equipment and assets are ready when needed, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application including a current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in this role.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
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