Hermannsburg, Alice Springs & Central Australia NT
Management - Store (Retail & Consumer Products)
Full time
Hermannsburg is an Aboriginal community 130 kilometres west of Alice Springs with a population of about 600 people.
Finke River Mission operates a store and the Hermannsburg Historic Precinct, a historic Lutheran mission that is now a tourist attraction.
Finke River Mission Store is looking for a motivated couple to join our team in Hermannsburg, a little over an hour's drive from Alice Springs. The job will be full time Mon – Fri and Saturday mornings.
Primary Objective: This is a leadership position reporting to the Finke River Mission Operations Manager. The position involves responsibility for the oversight of the non-pastoral operations of Finke River Mission in Hermannsburg, including:
Direct responsibility for the operations of the Store and staff accommodation. Ensuring effective implementation and management of retail operations, policies and procedures as well as developing local store initiatives. Key Accountabilities: Relationships Foster healthy relationships with the Hermannsburg community members and community leaders; Work collaboratively with the Operations Manager to achieve a healthy and viable store; Promote knowledge, understanding, and respect for Indigenous culture; Build strong networks and effective relationships with Government Officials and business leaders; Build good working relationships with suppliers. Store Operation Manage the operations of the Hermannsburg store to agreed retail operational objectives including but not limited to sales, wages, expense control, stock control, recruitment, training, and development; Keep accurate financial records of all aspects of the store including but not limited to balancing tills, ATM, and safe; Complete and submit timesheets, new employee paperwork, and separation/termination of employees; Implement agreed initiatives and strategies in line with store operations; Implement and maintain company stock and inventory management policy; Ensure company merchandising standards are implemented and maintained; Effectively lead and develop staff to ensure optimum employee satisfaction and productivity; Manage staff and rosters ensuring adequate staff planning based on sales volume and contingency for unplanned absences; Monitor food handling and hygiene in line with company and government policy; Ensure regular servicing and maintenance of equipment; Conduct WH&S reviews to ensure a healthy and safe workplace for all employees; Recruit, train, and develop local Indigenous staff where viable; In conjunction with other Lutheran agencies, coordinate and oversee volunteer activities in the community; Ensure an effective working relationship with the FRM Operations Manager; Support and oversee any FRM capital developments in conjunction with the FRM Operations Manager; Submit a written report to the Operations Manager for Finke River Mission board meetings; Any other duties as may be directed by the Operations Manager and/or the FRM Board from time to time; Comply with all FRM operational policies and procedures; Ensure policies and procedures are implemented to protect employees, FRM reputation, regulatory requirements, property, and profit; Ensure all government laws and regulations are complied with at all times. About You In order to be successful in this role you will have:
A fun, energetic, hardworking, and lively personality! Self-motivated, flexible, and adaptable; A friendly, warm, and professional disposition, with a great team attitude; Unquestionable personal integrity and character; Organized and proficient in all duties; Experience in the hospitality or tourism industry desirable; Strong work ethic; Ability to perform manual labor; must be physically fit and capable of lifting 16 – 20kgs. Other conditions HR license or ability to obtain; Forklift license or ability to obtain; Accommodation is fully furnished and provided at minimal cost including utilities. Please Note: Only successful candidates considered for the position will be contacted for interviews.
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