Stores and Nursery Supervisor

Inspired by lifestyle. Driven by opportunity.

About the team

The Stores and Nursery team is a group of 15 people dedicated to managing the City's central warehouse and nursery. As Stores and Nursery Supervisor, you will lead this team to deliver logistics and nursery services efficiently for the City. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will collaborate with procurement, contract management, and WH&S colleagues, engaging regularly with other departments and suppliers. The team's goals include process improvement, enhanced use of SAP-based inventory systems, and managing operational supply chain risks. Current key projects involve implementing daily KPI tracking of workflow, streamlining procurement, and developing operational best practices for a safe, high-performing environment.

About your new role

This position leads the Stores and Nursery team, overseeing operational management of these functions for the City.

Responsible for the Ashmore Stores warehouse and Coombabah Nursery, the role focuses on delivering these services efficiently while driving innovation and ongoing improvements in logistics systems and processes.

Reporting to the General Manager, this position manages procurement, contract compliance, and SAP-based inventory systems. Additionally, it is responsible for identifying supply chain risks, maintaining WH&S standards, and cultivating a safe, high-performing workplace culture.

We're looking for people who have:

• Bachelor's degree in Transport and Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Horticulture, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Demonstrated experience in warehousing, inventory management, and/or nursery operations within a medium to large organisation.
• 5 years' experience supervising staff in an operational environment.
• Formal qualifications or demonstrated equivalent experience/knowledge of SAP or similar ERP platform.
• Familiarity with contract administration and procurement processes.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for reporting, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement.

Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future

The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.

We care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia and we have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:

• 9-day fortnight
• Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
• Personal and professional development courses
• Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
• 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year

We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.

How to apply

For more information, view the position brief by clicking the paperclip icon in the top right corner of this screen.

Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume with a Cover Letter (of no more than 2 pages) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.

Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email

Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.

Contact Person Alexandra McNulty

Closing Date Sunday, 26 October 2025

Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.

The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.