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Stock Controller – Lara
- Be part of a supportive, collaborative and high‑performing team
- Secure permanent role based in Lara.
- Enjoy free Myki travel across regional Victoria
V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport – connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.
V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3100 committed team members who are up to the challenge.
About the role
As a Stock Controller, you’ll support day-to-day inventory operations across depots and projects, ensuring the right materials are available at the right time. Based full-time at our Lara site, you’ll work closely with internal stakeholders to manage stock levels, respond to queries, coordinate replenishments and maintain accurate system records, playing a hands-on role in supporting critical maintenance and project activities.
Key accountabilities include:
- Manage inventory, warehousing and stock distribution activities.
- Monitor and analyse stock levels, including Min/Max settings.
- Coordinate cycle counts, audits and inventory accuracy processes.
- Investigate discrepancies and maintain inventory control standards.
- Raise pick lists and complete system transactions.
- Maintain accurate records for receipts, deliveries and purchasing.
- Respond to stakeholder queries on stock availability and item data.
- Support reporting and continuous improvement of inventory processes.
- Work with stakeholders to manage replenishment across depots.
About you
You’re someone who takes ownership, stays organised and follows through. You enjoy working independently, build strong working relationships and are confident navigating systems and data to get things done.
Our ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Experience in warehousing, logistics or a similar environment.
- Sound experience using JD Edwards (JDE) or similar ERP system.
- Strong capability in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced).
- Current forklift licence (essential).
- Ability to analyse data and resolve stock discrepancies.
- Clear communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proactive, self‑motivated and able to manage competing priorities.
- Rail or maintenance environment experience (desirable).
If your skills or experience don’t exactly match our listed requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe in the potential for growth and development.
Why V/Line
In addition to free myki travel, we offer:
Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
Huge potential – We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
Collaborative team – You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.
We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at
[email protected] or 1800 800 007 for confidential support.
As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.
V/Line are proud to be a part of the Department of Transport & Planning's Yani Bangal Transport and Planning Portfolio First Peoples Careers Strategy 2023-2028. We take this opportunity to welcome and encourage applications from First Peoples.
At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safe working standards.
This position offers an hourly rate of $41.53 plus 12% superannuation, along with 4 weeks of annual leave and 17.5% leave loading, in accordance with the V/Line Rail Operations and Administration Employees Agreement 2023.
The selection process may include aptitude assessments, video screening, a behavioural interview and a medical risk category 3 check.
Applications close: 11.59 pm Wednesday, 8th July 2026
