Purchasing Assistant
UWA Dental School
The Oral Health Centre of Western Australia
- Opportunity to join the Finance team at the Dental Hospital (Oral Health Centre of Western Australia) and the UWA Dental School and experience both worlds of delivering clinical services to patients and higher education at the same time. Situated in the heart of the hospital precinct in Nedlands and being part of the health environment, the opportunity is unique and rewarding.
- Level 4, full-time appointment on a 12-month fixed term basis
- Base salary range: $70,905 – $75,319 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
About the team
The Oral Health Centre of Western Australia (OHCWA) is a Centre within The University of Western Australia. The Centre is the primary focus for oral health education, research and specialist care delivery in Western Australia. It treats over 15,000 patients a year and delivers a range of clinical and technical training programs.
About the opportunity
As the appointee you will under general direction, provide support for the stores and purchasing needs. You will also be responsible in assisting with the management and supply of stores, as well as maintain consumable items and their storage for the clinical service activity on approved levels. Furthermore, you will assist with sourcing and supplier administrative activities and accurately record related transactions and receipt of stock.
To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:
- Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency
- Considerable relevant purchasing, stock taking and accounting experience at an appropriate level
- Ability to work independently, show initiative and work productively as part of a team
- Well-developed written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills
- Demonstrated commitment to and awareness of cross-cultural issues
- Knowledge of dental materials and equipment and their relevant use desirable but not essential
- Knowledge of relevant Occupational Health and safety and equal Employment Opportunity legislation
About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: 
P22 40 POSITION DESCRIPTION Purchasing Assistant - Position Number 320282 - Level 4 pdf
The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday, 30 April 2024
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Freda Smith at freda.smith@uwa.edu.au
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia
Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.
- We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
- We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
- We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
- We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
- We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.
Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.
