Work.  Ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for a Logistics and Stores Coordinator to join our Mareeba team and play a vital role in supporting Sunwater’s operational delivery across Far North Queensland. In this hands‑on and highly impactful role, you will ensure our people have the materials, equipment and facilities they need to keep water flowing to the communities we serve.

You will oversee the coordination of stores, logistics and site facilities, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient operations. Your ability to stay organised, anticipate needs and build strong working relationships will directly support our field teams and contribute to Sunwater’s commitment to safety, reliability and operational excellence.

This is an opportunity to bring your experience in logistics, warehousing, procurement or operational support into a role where your work truly matters.  Key responsibilities include:-

• Manage facilities, stores and stock levels to ensure a safe, compliant and fit‑for‑purpose workplace.
• Maintain organised inventories of materials, PPE, equipment and critical spares, identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost savings.
• Oversee receipting, dispatch and goods handling processes, resolving issues and ensuring full chain‑of‑responsibility compliance.
• Coordinate logistics, including supplier engagement, pricing negotiations, deliveries, shipments and local collection runs.
• Ensure equipment, storage areas and handling practices meet manufacturer, legislative, safety and environmental requirements, including contractor‑managed maintenance.
• Support operational teams by aligning material supply with delivery timelines and contributing to sustainability initiatives such as waste management and recycling.

Our ideal candidate will have demonstrated technical knowledge of inventory and procurement management principles, a certificate 4 in Warehouse Operations, procurement or relevant experience aligned to the accountabilities of the role.  You will have demonstrated skills in liaising and negotiating with vendors and suppliers to secure better pricing, establish planned stock provisions and coordinate delivery arraignments.  Experience with SAP will be highly regarded.

This full time permanent role offers an array of attractive benefits including a base salary of $103,354, plus 12.75% superannuation, access to banked time and TOIL, 17.5% leave loading and a genuine emphasis on work/life balance.

Water.  Imagine a career where your work truly matters, where you are part of a team that values you and your contributions. At Sunwater, you will bring life’s most essential resource to over 4,500 agriculture, urban and industrial customers, helping to sustain communities and deliver water for prosperity across regional Queensland. We share the values of these communities  - starting with caring about our people. Engage in fascinating work that is constantly evolving, allowing you to grow and shape a successful career and develop unique skills and experience in an industry brimming with opportunity.

Life. At Sunwater, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing the support, resources and benefits that you need to thrive. That's why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best every day, including:

• My benefits: Access employee benefits and discounts hosted by Reward Gateway
• My wellbeing: Prioritise your wellbeing with our comprehensive health and wellness offerings and programs
• My time: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave (full‑time permanent employees only)
• My growth: Access career development programs, study assistance, support for professional memberships, and structured early‑career pathways (full‑time permanent employees only)

Now is the perfect time to join Sunwater and take advantage of the boundless opportunities for your career today and in the future. We are a diverse team and proud of the unique journeys and stories each of us brings.

As we continue to grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, please let us know so we can ensure you can fully participate in our recruitment experience, which includes reference verification, psychometric testing, background checks and a pre‑employment medical evaluation.

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this country and Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect and value their continued sacred connection to Country, including the diverse, rich traditions, languages and customs that are the longest living in the world.

Apply for this role by hitting the Apply button now or visit our website to learn more.