Warehouse and Inventory Manager

  • Company: Local Power and Simply Covers​
  • Location: West End, 4101, Brisbane ​
  • Job Type: Full-Time​

Company: Local Power and Simply Covers

Location: West End, 4101, Brisbane

Job Type: Full-Time

Description

About Us:

Local Power is leading the way in Brisbane’s renewable energy sector, specialising in solar PV installations from our base in West End. We also have our affiliate company, Simply Covers, which designs, manufactures, and ships custom shade covers for electrical devices across Australia. We are two growing companies under one roof, and we’re looking for a hands-on Warehouse and Inventory Manager to become a vital part of our operations. This is a brand-new role created to help our company’s focus on strategic growth, meaning you take full responsibility for our warehouse.

Why Join Us?

  • Supportive Team: Your contributions matter, and we’ll back you all the way.
  • Room to Grow: We’re all about supporting your professional and personal development.
  • A Fun Workplace: We value a positive, engaging environment where we enjoy what we do.
  • Birthday Perks: Enjoy a paid day off to celebrate YOU!

Position Overview

  • Position Status: Warehouse and Inventory Manager
  • Reporting to: Owner/Director
  • Hours of Work: Full-time, Monday to Friday (hours negotiable)

Contract Rate: Negotiable, dependent upon demonstrated ability and previous experience.

The Role

As our Warehouse and Inventory Manager, you will be the single point of contact for all logistics across both Local Power and Simply Covers. Your core mission is to bring order, efficiency, and reliability to our stock, assembly, and dispatch operations.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Logistics & Stock Movement
    • Inbound & Outbound: Manage all logistics including receiving goods, unloading trucks (with a forklift), and picking up stock/materials from suppliers as required.
    • Receiving: Verify incoming stock against orders, check for damage, and ensure all paperwork is filed correctly.
  1. Inventory & Manufacturing Flow
    • Stock Control: Take full charge of organizing inventory across our storage units. You are responsible for regular stock-takes and maintaining accurate stock counts.
    • Procurement Alerts: Proactively monitor stock levels (for both solar and manufacturing materials) and notify the management team immediately when procurement is needed.
    • Manufacturing Prep: Organize raw materials and stock in the warehouse to ensure they are easily accessible and “production-ready” for the cover manufacturing team.
  1. Simply Covers Operations (Shared job role of Assembly & Dispatch)
    • Assembly: Perform light assembly tasks, including putting together inverter and battery covers.
    • Packing: Wrap and pack finished covers to ensure they are secure and protected for shipping across Australia.
    • Dispatch Management: Organize all shipping information, generate labels, and coordinate with couriers for timely order pickups.
  1. Local Power Operations (Job Kitting)
    • Kitting: Prepare, pick, and “kit” all components (panels, inverters, racking, etc.) for our solar installation jobs, ensuring our install teams are ready to go each morning without delay.
  1. Warehouse Maintenance
    • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised warehouse environment at all times, ensuring compliance with all safety guidelines.

Personal Attributes and Qualifications

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and is ready to make this role their own.

Essential (Must-Haves):

  • A current and valid Forklift Licence or training provided, including the chance to obtain your Forklift license. 
  • A current and valid, full Australian Driver’s Licence.
  • Physically fit and capable of safely handling heavy items (e.g., solar panels, batteries).
  • Highly organised with a sharp attention to detail.
  • A proactive, solution focused attitude, with the ability to show initiative and solve problems as they arise.
  • A reliable team player who can also work independently and unsupervised

Preferred (Nice-to-Haves):

  • 1-2+ years of experience in a warehouse, logistics, or inventory management role.
  • Experience in the solar, electrical, or a related trade industry.
  • Computer proficiency, including experience with email and inventory/accounting software (like Xero or ServiceM8).
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Ready to Make Your Mark?

This isn’t just a job; it’s an opportunity to build a critical department from the ground up and grow with us. If you’re a proactive, organised person who loves a challenge, we want to hear from you.

Apply Now!