Retail Stock and Inventory Assistant

We currently have one (1) x Permanent, Full-time Vacancy available for immediate filling.

About us

The Western Australian Museum is a vibrant centre of inspiration, learning and enjoyment for everyone. It preserves, documents and shares collections relating to the State’s natural and cultural heritage. It collaborates with people across Western Australia to share the stories and voices of diverse communities. It works alongside national and international organisations, contributing to global research, promoting life‑long learning, and developing and hosting world‑class exhibitions.

About the role

The role provides warehousing services to all regional, metropolitan and online Museum stores. Operating as a member of the Retail Services team delivering stock related services and Retail administration assistance.

About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive, and detail‑oriented individual to join our Retail team in this stockroom support role.

Responsibilities

• Receive, organise and dispatch goods for all the WA Museum regional, metropolitan and online stores.
• Monitor quality control of stock and facilitate the correction of delivery or quality issues; requires data entry of invoices using the Inventory Management System.
• Monitor and physically replenish stock levels at metro sites.
• Perform stock transfers between Museum sites, including internal transfers, physical movement of stock and logistics.
• Participates in annual shop stocktakes – with preparation and counting responsibilities.

(See JDF for the full list of duties.)

How to apply

Please ensure that you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the duties and essential work‑related requirements (Selection Criteria) of this position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

We require you to submit :

Please ensure that you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.

To submit your application, please click the “Apply for Job” button at the bottom of this page. Emailed applications will not be accepted.

If you experience technical difficulties applying online, please contact the RAMS Helpdesk on 1300 733 056, in the first instance. For information about the process, please contact Human Resources on email, hr@museum.wa.gov.au

Further Information

If you would like further information on this opportunity please contact Laura Cull, Manager Retail Services, on (08) 9431 8332 (Monday‑Wednesday) or Jane Clarihew on (08) 9431 8353 (Thursday and Friday).

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid Work Visa (for fixed term appointments), or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments) at the time of application.

A current (within six (6) months) National Police Clearance Certificate will be required prior to commencement of employment, as per the Department’s Police Record Screening Policy.

Special Conditions

Equity and Diversity

The WA Museum is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an equitable and diverse working environment. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and young people to apply. The Museum values the importance of a work environment which is representative of the wider community, and which supports a variety of perspectives.

If you are an Aboriginal person who would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64.

Accessibility

If you have any communication or access needs that require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in the application and interview process, please contact the National Relay Service on the following numbers :

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable, but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies at the WA Museum and the Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with Part 5 (General Appointment) of the Commissioner’s Instructions No. 2 : Filling a Public Sector Vacancy.

Position Title : Retail Stock and Inventory Assistant

Agency : Western Australian Museum

Location : Fremantle

Unit / Division : Corporate and Strategy

Branch : Fremantle Museums

Work Type : Permanent - Full Time

Position No. : 15611

Closing Date : 2025‑11‑17 4 : 00 PM

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