Logistics Officer (Warehouse Support, Vehicle Impoundment) (VPSG2)

About the role:

The Vehicle Impoundment Support Unit (VISU) operates a 24/7 logistics service to support enforcement of Part 6A Road Safety Act 1986 in the metropolitan area as well as administratively supporting the state-wide Vehicle Impoundment Program. VISU applies a collaborative, innovative and customer centric approach in providing storage options for impounded vehicles which is critical to the success of the Impoundment Program, and to Victoria Police efforts in meeting their Road Safety objectives.

Logistics Officers provide logistical Warehouse Support for the Vehicle Impoundment (Hoon) program and reports to the Logistics Team Leader. We are looking for candidates with a diverse skill set and the capability to thrive in a dynamic work environment that places a significant emphasis on compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate will bring experience in a collaborative team setting, showcasing workplace resilience, strong interpersonal skills and expertise in both warehouse operations and equipment.                                                                                                              

Victoria Police is a contemporary and agile workplace and supports flexible working arrangements.

Your duties will include:

• Undertake a range of activities associated with the receipt, storage, return or disposal of vehicles. This also includes the movement of vehicles within the warehouses.
• Undertake the inspection of vehicles and record findings, escalating issues or disputes to the line manager.
• Undertake a range of property management activities including inventory, security, accountability, and traceability.
• Seeking instructions to ensure the timely and lawful return of disposal of property from abandoned vehicles.
• Complete a range of administrative functions.

As the successful applicant, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience with safe manual handling practices and high level of understanding of Health and Safety principles for a warehouse environment.
• Demonstrated experience using computers, related logistics technology or basic software programs to undertake audits, receipting and data entry activities.
• High level of communication skills (written and oral) and interpersonal skills, with an ability to liaise with all Victoria Police employees and external stakeholders or suppliers in a professional and courteous manner
• A commitment to the Operational Infrastructure Department Strategy Goals of Customer Centric, Collaboration and Innovation.

Requirements and relevant information:

• Two (2) x full-time, ongoing & one (1) x full-time fixed term (until 30/06/2026) positions available.
• This position is located at Raglan Street Preston.
• This position requires shift work as indicated in the Position Description (as attached to the advertisement).
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa.
• The successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include fingerprint checks and misconduct screening.

Your application must include:

• Resume
• Completed application form – the word document (2. Application form) for you to complete and attach to your submission, is attached to the job advertisement. 

Applications close midnight, Wednesday 7 February 2024.

Please Note: All applications will need to be submitted through one of the following platforms: Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) website, Victorian Government careers website (Careers.vic) or Seek. Applications will not be accepted via other platforms or email.

Current Victorian Government employees must apply via Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE). 

If you have a disability/medical condition and require a copy of this advertisement and attached documentation in an accessible format or would like to discuss an access requirements/reasonable adjustment for the recruitment process, please contact VPS Recruitment via email **************@police.vic.gov.au or on (03) 8533 1***.

About Us:

Victoria Police has a dedicated workforce of more than 22,000 employees consisting of police, protective services officers, police custody officers, and public service staff. Each employee plays a vital role in providing the 24/7, 365 days a year emergency response and public safety capability the organisation delivers to its community. As a Victoria Police employee, you have a dedication and commitment to community safety. 

Having a workforce that reflects the community we serve is important to Victoria Police. We want to attract and retain people of all genders, ages, religions, disability, sexual orientation, family and caring responsibilities, and cultures including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. If you are interested in a position, we encourage you to apply as we celebrate the benefit that diversity brings to our employees, our services, and our community.