Site & Inventory Support Officer

You’ll connect Queensland. We’ll connect you to an amazing career.

The Regional Rollingstock team based at the Portsmith Depot in Cairns has an exciting fixed term opportunity until 18.09.2026 for a suitably experienced Site & Inventory Support Officer to join the team.

About the role

The role provides essential inventory management, administrative assistance, and general depot support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Working closely with the Depot Material Co-ordinator and Manager Travel & Tourism Maintenance Portsmith, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, coordinating fuel and material logistics, and delivering high-quality administrative services using our systems and tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support inventory management by maintaining data, storage, control, and recording systems (e.g., SAP) for depot materials.
• Use SAP to order and receipt materials, conduct stocktakes, and manage inventory levels.
• Coordinate ordering, receiving, and reconciliation of bulk fuel for the Portsmith Bulk Fuel Facility.
• Manage onsite dispatch and deliveries, and arrange offsite pickups for trade staff.
• Provide administrative support including SAP payroll, invoice processing, and general office duties.
• Provide contractor management support, assist in oversight of facility compliance databases.

About you: 

This role is suitable for a recent school leaver or someone looking to start their career in administration. You’ll be based in a depot environment, supporting day-to-day operations. You’re an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and a willingness to learn. You have strong communication and organisational skills and are confident using basic computer systems. You’re eager to take on tasks such as managing inventory and supporting office operations with accuracy and efficiency. A forklift ticket is desirable, and if you don’t have one yet, you must be willing to obtain it. Your proactive attitude and commitment to developing new skills help keep depot operations running smoothly. 

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Hours and Salary

This is a Monday- Friday full-time position. You will be required to work 38hours across the week and enjoy a half day on Fridays. The role offers a starting salary of $74,300 plus 12.75% superannuation.

Benefits that count

All that Queensland Rail achieves each day relies on the hard work and talent of our teams. That’s why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best, including:

• Balance your work and personal life with a half day on Fridays
• Prioritise your physical, emotional and financial wellbeing with our range of free services
• You and your family can get fit and have fun with access to over 380 gyms and pools with our Fitness Passport
• Shape your rewarding career with clear pathways, innovative projects and opportunities for growth and leadership.

And more! Click here to see the full range of benefits available to Queensland Rail employees.

Your Journey Matters. Make It with Us.

Please apply to Site & Inventory Support Officer (10503) via our website by clicking onto the "Apply" button by 11:59pm (GMT+10:00 Brisbane) Wednesday 12th November 2025.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CURRENT QUEENSLAND RAIL EMPLOYEES:

You must apply for vacancies via the internal People Connect solution – Click here for more information

External applicants applying for roles within Queensland Rail will be subject to Alcohol and Other Drugs pre-employment testing. The recruitment and selection process for this position might require shortlisted applicants to undertake psychometric assessment, pre-employment health assessment and background checks that might also include criminal history and credit checks.  

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Queensland Rail is committed to a diverse workforce that is reflective of the customers and communities we serve.
We are inclusive, collaborative, respectful, and value our differences.  We are 1TEAM, where everyone belongs.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Kayley Gayton via the phone number or email below.

To learn more about this Queensland Rail career opportunity please contact Kayley Gayton with your specific enquiry to kayley.gayton@qr.com.au. Please do not email your application. We can only accept applications received via our website.