Job Description

Position overview

• Employment Type: Part Time (32 hours per fortnight) Fixed Term, with immediate start until November 29, 2026
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Administrative Grade 1
• Salary Range: $58,442.80 - $64,610 pro rata + super

About the role

An exciting opportunity is available to join our Perioperative Services team as a Stock and Inventory Officer on a fixed-term basis. This role is ideal for someone with experience in inventory management who is looking to further develop their skills in a dynamic healthcare environment.

As the Stock and Inventory Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting our operating theatres by ensuring the efficient ordering, storage, and supply of stock and consumables. Working closely with the Perioperative team, you will help maintain optimal inventory levels and contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of inventory management processes within the operating suite.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team and make a meaningful contribution to the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.

What you bring

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience using computerised inventory management systems and strong computer skills.
• Knowledge of medical and surgical consumables and materials management practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing tasks.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast paced environment.
• A commitment to delivering high quality customer service and continuous improvement.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume, addressing the key selection criteria by Sunday 12 July 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au