• Production and Packaging - Medical Packs and Supplies
• Work Type: 3x Permanent Full Time positions, 38 hours
• Location: Hunter Region

about us

Aruma is a leading provider of quality residential, employment and ancillary services to people who have disabilities throughout NSW, ACT and QLD. We are committed to innovation, continuous improvement and building strong relationships.

At Aruma, we support people with disabilities to live great lives. It's the reason we exist - after all, why should anyone have to settle for anything less? And to make this a reality, we rely on the skill and commitment of our Aruma team.

Our Aruma team is an incredible bunch of people. They're bold, brave and courageous. They see possibilities where others may not. They stand up for the things that matter and stand together as a team. And while they're serious about human rights, they have a knack for finding joy in life - even in the most unexpected places.

When you're part of the Aruma team, you're not just supporting people. You're pioneering new paths, challenging assumptions, daring to think differently, and telling society to raise its bar higher.

About the Role:

You will be part of a dynamic and inclusive business enterprise to provide opportunities for people with disabilities to be employed alongside other trade-skilled team members.

Team Leaders provide effective supervision and support to a team of people with diverse abilities, to complete a range of production tasks that contribute to operational objectives and a positive working environment. This supports Aruma's Purpose and Values to enhance the lives of people with a disability and achieve agreed operational and financial goals.

What success looks like:

• Team members were supported to become skilled production team members
• Provided effective operational leadership, that increased team productivity, and developed a positive values-focused team culture facilitating cooperation and collaboration
• Appropriate documentation and data entry ensured production objectives were met, through accurate reporting and risk management
• Supported Employees were coached and trained to meet their employment goals, being supported flexibly and sensitively in the workplace. Complex issues were escalated to the Supervisor and appropriate reports were completed in a timely manner
• Accidents, injuries and near misses were reported immediately. Hazards and risks are identified and acted upon to create a safe and compliant work environment.

Skills that make you stand out:

Must Have's OR Essential

• A demonstrated commitment to the Aruma's Code of Conduct
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• A confirmation record of COVID-19 vaccination (dose 1 & 2)
• Refer to Appendix for business specific requirements.

Nice to Have's OR Desirable

• Formal team leadership training and/or equivalent knowledge and experience with demonstrated ability to supervise and support staff
• A Cert III qualification in Disability or related field, and/ or equivalent experience working with people with disabilities, particularly in a service provision context.

Be part of this dedicated, collaborative team and make a difference! We offer the benefits of flexibility, a competitive salary, the option of salary packaging up to $15,990 and career development opportunities.

We will be actively shortlisting during the advertising period and reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date.

To submit your application, click Apply Now.

Shortlisted applications will be required to undergo pre-employment and criminal history checks.