Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.
Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day.
Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita’s offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.
Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.
Job Description
About You
We welcome applicants with previous warehouse experience and familiarity with computerised stock systems. However, we’re also open to providing on-the-job training if you can demonstrate:
Basic computer literacy
Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure
Strong customer service focus
Teamwork, initiative, and task prioritisation
Alignment with Novita’s ICARE values
About the Role
We’re looking for a reliable and motivated Logistics Officer to join our Croydon Park distribution team in a permanent full-time role, supporting Novita’s logistics operations through safe storage, delivery, stock management, and client order processing.
Ensure smooth logistics operations including storage, delivery, and stock movement
Process client orders accurately and efficiently
Coordinate equipment distribution, warehousing and cleaning
Collaborate with Novita clients and internal teams
Support the rental team with relevant logistics tasks
Key Responsibilities:
Receiving and checking of incoming deliveries
Safely prepare, pack, and dispatch stock manually and via forklift/order picker
Inspect disability equipment before delivery and after collection, reporting any maintenance needs
Liaise with clinicians, Allied Health Assistants, and clients to coordinate equipment distribution
Contribute to the development of work instructions and procedures
Adhere to Novita’s work health and safety systems and report any unsafe conditions or practices
Novita are involved in a pilot program regarding refurbishment of second-hand equipment. The successful candidate will work closely with the project team to carry out the logistic functions of this pilot.
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential Requirements
Valid forklift and order-picking license
Valid driver’s licence and willingness to use your own vehicle for travel if required
Current NDIS Worker Screening and DHS Working with Children Check, (or willingness to obtain)
We are committed to the safety of our clients. If you do not currently hold the required checks, we will guide you through the process prior to commencement.
Why join Novita?
At Novita, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits:
Total salary package includes base salary, annual leave loading and 12% superannuation
Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 of your salary, increasing your take-home pay by approximately $5,000
Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits including mean and entertainment expenses, accommodation and venue hire, private novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
Apply Now
For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Anthea Dow on Anthea.Dow@novita.org.au
As this position is vacant, we are looking to undertake interviews as applications are submitted. So, don’t delay if you are wanting to join our team. Novita may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified before the listed closing date.
Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.
Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.
