Uniform Coordinator

• Are you highly organised, detail-focused, and passionate about providing excellent service?
• Combine logistics, administration, stakeholder engagement, and customer service in one varied role.
• Based at our National Learning Centre in Upper Hutt, with on-site parking available.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

We're looking for a Uniform Coordinator to manage our National Uniform Store and ensure frontline staff receive the uniforms and equipment they need to perform their roles confidently and professionally.

As the Uniform Coordinator, you will play a vital role in supporting the recruitment and onboarding of new frontline staff across the country. You will oversee uniform inventory, coordinate fittings, process orders, and work closely with suppliers, training teams, and operational sites to ensure uniforms and protective equipment are delivered accurately and on time.

Some of your day-to-day activities will include:

• Ensuring stock is secure, accurate, and available to meet operational needs.
• Coordinating uniform fittings and process uniform orders for new frontline recruits in line with policy and supplier requirements.
• Monitoring inventory levels, conducting stocktakes, and placing bulk orders to support ongoing recruitment demands.
• Building strong relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders to ensure the timely ordering, delivery, and distribution.

This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the successful onboarding of frontline staff by ensuring they are equipped with the uniforms and protective equipment they need from day one.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you'll bring:

• Proven experience in administration, coordination, inventory management, logistics, or a similar operational support role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and remain calm under pressure.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
• A customer-focused approach, demonstrating initiative, responsiveness, and a commitment to delivering high-quality service.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to maintain reliable records and processes.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications and other business systems.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Ngā painga | The benefits

The midpoint of the salary range is $71,651 per annum and the full range (85%-120%) is $60,904 - $85,982 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Mō mātou | About us

Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.

We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency - applications received via email will not be considered.

When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.

Applications close on: Thursday the 20th of August.

If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact [email protected], or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.