Service Stream’s Utilities division is seeking a Depot/Inventory Supervisor to join our growing team. The Depot Inventory Supervisor is responsible for the effective management, control, and optimisation of materials, tools and equipment supporting civil and mechanical/electrical maintenance services delivered to Yarra Valley Water. The role ensures accurate inventory control, timely availability of critical spares  and efficient coordination with operations, procurement and field teams to meet service delivery and contractual requirements.

In addition, the position provides overall oversight of depot operations, including warehouse organisation, asset storage, and general site management. The role ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, leads depot personnel, and drives continuous improvement in inventory and depot processes to support safe, reliable, and cost-effective maintenance outcomes.

Nature of position:           Permanent, Full Time
Location:                             Coburg, Vic 
Reporting Line:                Operations Manager - Civil

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all depot inventory operations, including receipting, storage, stock control, issuing, and reconciliation of materials, tools, and equipment
• Ensure critical civil and mechanical/electrical maintenance materials are available to meet operational and contractual service requirements and work with client to manage critical spares where required
• Maintain accurate inventory records and system data, including cycle counts, stocktakes, and reporting on discrepancies from the warehouse and the vehicles
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance teams, and procurement to forecast demand and manage stock levels effectively
• Supervise and support depot and stores personnel, driving performance, accountability, and adherence to procedures
• Manage general depot operations, including warehouse layout, organisation, housekeeping, asset storage, quarry levels and spoil management
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety, environmental, and quality standards, including safe handling of hazardous materials
• Monitor and manage supplier deliveries, returns, and warranty claims in line with contractual expectations
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimise inventory management, reduce waste, and improve efficiency
• Prepare and provide regular reporting on inventory performance, risks, and cost management
• Support audits, inspections, and client requirements related to inventory and depot operations
• Maintain security and control of depot assets, tools, and equipment

About You

• Proven experience in a similar position
• Industry experience and knowledge preferable
• Strong client and customer service focus
• Strong organisational and inventory management skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• Effective leadership and team supervision
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Safety-focused with sound knowledge of compliance requirements
• Ability to prioritise and work under operational pressure
• Continuous improvement and efficiency-driven approach
• Solid systems and data management capability
• Reliable, accountable, and results-oriented

About Us

Service Stream is an equal opportunity ASX-listed business that develops and operates Australia's essential services networks across telecommunications, utilities, transport, defence, and social infrastructure industries. Specialising in designing, constructing, and maintaining new and existing networks, we provide end-to-end engineering and asset management solutions for our blue-chip client base. Committed to fostering a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion, Service Stream actively promotes the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, LGBTQI individuals, and other diverse groups. As a signatory to the Veterans Employment Commitment, we also value the skills and experience of ex-ADF members and their partners, strongly considering veterans who meet the key criteria for our employment opportunities.

Service Stream does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from external Recruitment or Labour Hire Companies.

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