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The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.  We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better.  It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
 

A number of our larger retail stores also have a distribution warehouse. This is where the organisational and logistical skills of Retail Warehouse Team Members are needed to assist in the smooth operation of the warehouse ensuring efficient, orderly and safe intake and storage of donated goods, as well as assist with managing waste and recycling.

Key responsibilities:

Organising: Retail Warehouse Team Members bring their strong sense of order and tidiness by ensuring items are received, manoeuvred and stored safely and efficiently. Assist in seasonal stocktakes.

Quality control: Retail Warehouse Team Members initially inspect donated items, determining their appropriateness for sale, functionality and good presentation. Unsuitable items are sorted into recyclable or waste disposal areas.

Team Work: Work with the Retail Assistants and Sorters in bringing the saleable items out to the shop floor and help customers with bringing donations to the warehouse loading dock. Bring along your ideas, suggestions and concerns to the regular team meetings and join in on celebrations and special occasions.

Safety: Apply your care and concern to ensure customers, visitors, you and your team are kept safe by always adhering to safe work practices. Help ensure all warehouse equipment and staff areas are kept clear of hazards and are tidy and clean. Keep children safe by always abiding by Salvation Army’s child safe policies and code of conduct.

Qualifications and skills (desired/required):

Experience in a similar role desired but not a requirement

If operating equipment, licences may be required e.g., forklift

Background check requirements:

Background checks play an important part in our commitment to being a safe organisation. Where an applicant has disclosable history, the selection process includes a fair assessment and a risk management approach. Collection of personal information is handled per our privacy and confidentiality policies. Below is what is required for this role:

As this role isn’t child-related or have access to financial or property assets or sensitive information, it does not require background checks.

Time Required & Commitment:

As agreed with Manager.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal 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 related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.