Warehouse Operator

About AARNet

Australia’s Academic and Research Network (AARNet), founded in 1989, has played a pivotal role in shaping Australia’s digital landscape as the pioneers of the country’s Internet. Our mission extends beyond mere connectivity; we are the architects, builders, and operators of a world-class network infrastructure that fuels critical research and learning. At AARNet, innovation thrives within a vibrant community.

Connecting a Million Minds: Our extensive reach interconnects over one million users—from researchers and faculty to staff and students—across institutions throughout Australia. Whether it’s high-energy physics, climate science, genomics, radio astronomy, or the arts, we serve as the backbone supporting education and research across diverse disciplines.

National and International Collaboration: Nationally, AARNet links Australian universities, the CSIRO, and other organizations with a research and education mission. But our impact extends beyond borders. Internationally, we bridge the Australian Research and Education (R & E) community to the world, continuously developing capabilities and forging partnerships for seamless data access and transfer.

Supporting Innovation: While our core mission revolves around network infrastructure, we also offer a suite of supporting applications enabling collaborative research and education.

Our Culture: At AARNet, we’re a dynamic team of innovators, doers, and courageous thinkers. We don’t settle for the status quo; instead, we anticipate the future needs of our customers and build solutions today. If you share our imagination, foresight, and drive to shape the future, consider joining us on this exciting journey.

The Role

The Warehouse Operator is accountable for the effective and reliable operations of AARNet’s inventory warehouse. The warehouse stores essential equipment that is critical to the delivery of telecommunications services for a range of customers across Australia including regional schools, major universities, and innovative research centres. Equipment varies in size from large chassis-based equipment to small pluggable optics and patch cords. You will manage and conduct duties relating to receiving deliveries and enabling pick-ups, processing, organising, packing, storing, and maintaining inventory records.

The role is hands on and will require some physical work. You will require a focus on safety and an awareness of safe work methods, use of storage plant and equipment, and PPE.

Your ability to work autonomously while remaining committed to being productive and energetic will underpin your success as Warehouse Operator. The role offers a degree of flexibility in working hours.

Responsibilities                                                                                                                

Working as the Warehouse Operator you will be accountable for the general operations of the warehouse as well as coordinate and conduct all inventory management activities. Your ability to work with integrity in a safe and efficient manner is crucial as Warehouse Operator.

General Warehouse Operations:

As Warehouse Operator you will oversee the general day-to-day operations of the warehouse including accountability for warehouse safety, waste collection and other general housekeeping activities. A strong understanding of Work Health and Safety and quality principles will ensure the warehouse operates in a smooth and safe manner. You will also be responsible for the implementation, management and promotion of effective security mechanisms and protocols to ensure the integrity of AARNet assets.

Inventory Management

Inventory management will form the primary responsibility of this role. AARNet stores a range of inventory items that supports its ability to provide reliable telecommunications services to its customers. Your commitment to accuracy and ability to implement and follow work procedures to a high quality will ensure AARNet’s inventory is systemised and managed successfully. Strong planning, organisation, and record keeping skills are essential in the role. Your attention to detail and ability to apply numerical skills will ensure you are able to maintain a highly accurate stock management system.

As Warehouse Operator you will act as a source of knowledge and point of contact for AARNet inventory and equipment enquiries. Your ability to balance competing priorities will enable you to coordinate and conduct logistics activities to ensure stock is received and shipped out in a timely manner. In the role you will regularly receive and organise incoming inventory as well as coordinate logistics of spare inventory across other sites in Australia. Your previous experience in a similar role, including experience with operating handling equipment will ensure you are able to manage an efficient and safe warehouse environment.

Expertise, experience & qualifications

• You are an Australian Resident
• Previous experience in a similar role
• You have a valid Australian Divers Licence.
• Forklift license (preferred)
• Suitably competent in office software (MS word, Excel, Jira/ticketing system, etc)

Why Work at AARNet?

At AARNet, we’re passionate about advancing global education and critical research. Our Australia-wide network, with global reach, supports some of the most demanding network-based applications. If you’re looking for a purpose-driven workplace where you can make a difference, consider joining our team.

Make an impact: By working with us, you’ll directly contribute to critical research in fields like astronomy, physics, earth observation, environment, health, and medicine. Our mission matters, and we’re committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

Competitive Benefits and Conditions:

·      Superannuation: Enjoy a 17% superannuation contribution.

·      Parental/Adoption Leave: We offer 24 weeks of paid parental leave and superannuation top-up.

·      Secondary Carer Leave: 16 weeks of paid parental leave for secondary caregivers.

·      Wellness Leave: 2 days per month paid Women’s wellness leave.

·      Family & Domestic Violence Leave: 20 days of paid leave.

·      Other Supportive Leaves: Paid leave for various life events such as weddings, deaths, trauma, and disasters.

·      Purchased Leave: Options to purchase additional Annual Leave.

·      Flexible Work Options: We support work-life balance.

·      Equal Opportunity Focus: We value diversity and inclusion.

·      Social Responsibility and Ethics: We lead by example.

·      Cutting-Edge Technologies: Access to work with the latest industry technology.