Warehouse Coordinator

Management & Training Corporation is a global leader in the corrections, detention, training, and education sectors operating 23 Job Corps centres, 21 correctional facilities, 5 detention centres, 11 prison and detention medical departments and 2 workforce development sites worldwide.

Our Vision is to be a leader in social impact by transforming lives and strengthening communities. We are proud of the incredible work our +8,000 employees do providing support, giving hope, and providing opportunities for a better life.

We promote a culture of Safety, Respect and Dignity.  MTC instils the BIONIC (Believe It Or Not I Care) philosophy in all our centres. BIONIC means promoting a caring culture for change based upon safety, respect, and dignity.

BIONIC drives every interaction between employees and those detained at MTC facilities.  This allows our inmates/transferees to feel heard, appreciated and treated with the utmost respect and in a culturally appropriate way.  Our aim is to improve relationships and reduce stressors for inmates/transferees, so they feel cared for.

We are seeking a capable and motivated Warehouse Coordinator to support the team at Parklea Correctional Centre.

The Warehouse Coordinator provides logistical expertise, hands on leadership and assists in planning, developing and managing logistics arrangements, and warehouse operations, to maintain the smooth operations of PCC.

Some of the Warehouse Coordinator responsibilities are provided as a general guide in relation to the requirements and objectives of this position, including but not limited to: 

• The Warehouse Coordinator is responsible for warehouse daily functioning and team workflow.
• Completing 28-day roster, daily tasking, toolbox talks, communicating effectively to achieve outcomes.
• Be the main contact point for the team.
• Recruit staff as required.
• Physically receive and unload supplies delivered to the warehouse.
• Open boxes, crates, and other containers to ensure goods received are in line with the purchase order.
• Assist in maintaining quality of stock received by assessing it at the time of delivery – 3-way checking.
• Electronically receive supplies, sell stock, complete bin transfers, and maintain data integrity in the WMS.
• Sort and place stock on racks, shelves or in bins according to requirements within the warehouse, and update WMS
• Carry out quality control activities to ensure work is being performed efficiently and in accordance with instructions and procedures.
• Be an active member of the Food Safety Team
• Move stock and meals across the Centre using forklifts, various material handling equipment and trailers, if and when required.
• Coordinate monthly stock takes / cycle counts / stock checks.
• Assist in the process of developing, maintaining and transferring relevant knowledge as required in relation to procedures and processes.
• Apply standard procedures to meet stakeholder requirements, offer assistance to solve stakeholder problems and seek assistance as appropriate.
• Direct warehouse housekeeping duties.

Skills & Experience:

The following key experiences and skills are desirable in relation to this position and would include but not be limited to: 

•       Previous experience in a similar role in a correctional or institutional environment would be advantageous but not essential.
•       Demonstrated skills and competency in the use of Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated skills and high level of competency in data entry, WMS operations Communicate verbally and in writing in a manner that is pro-social, appropriate for the audience, clear, thorough, and effective
• Passionate about working within a team environment
• Able to prioritise tasks to ensure completion of outcomes

Mandatory qualifications and requirements:

• Must obtain appropriate security clearances from New South Wales Police and Correctional Services New South Wales
• Must meet the physical requirements of the role and pass a functional fitness and health assessment; due to the demands of the role, applicants who consume alcohol excessively, abuse prescription drugs or consume illicit substances are unsuitable

Personal attributes:
We are seeking candidates who display the following attributes:

• Display sound judgment in responding to risks, threats, escalation, and managing sensitive situations and information appropriately as required
• Communicate verbally and in writing in a professional manner that is pro-social, appropriate for the audience, clear, thorough and effective
• Demonstrate empathy, cultural understanding and the abilities to build rapport, influence, negotiate and navigate interpersonal differences with inmates, peers and others while maintaining professional boundary
• Show adaptability, perseverance and courage in achieving required objectives under pressure and in the face of challenges
• Take ownership, pro-actively achieve objectives and continuously improve
• Ability to work in a complex environment with competing demands
• Ability to operate in accordance with NSW Government laws and regulations
• Ability to gain and retain all the police/security clearances required within our industry
• Ability to pass any required health and medical assessments
• Ability to visit and work within a correctional or regional processing centre
• Proven rights to work in Australia
• Willingness to undergo alcohol and drug testing as required of the business from time to time

The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate security clearances from New South Wales Police and Corrective Services New South Wales prior to appointment.

Required to obtain and maintain relevant clearances to work within a Correctional Centre.  

Applications should be addressed to the Hiring Manager, Parklea Correctional Centre, 66 Sentry Drive, Parklea NSW 2768.

A cover letter and current CV are required for all applications.