Job no: 495862
Work type: Full time
Location: Northern Territory, Australia
Categories: Transport & Logistics, Mining, Resources & Energy

ABOUT US
Qube Ports provides port solutions and logistics services with bulk and general handling facilities in over 40 Australian, New Zealand and South East Asian ports. Qube Energy/Forestry is a subsidiary of Qube Ports. Qube Ports is the leading Stevedoring, Bulk Logistics and Port Management service provider in Australia.
Qube Ports manages 25 sites for the forestry industry in Australia and New Zealand and is also the leading provider of supply chain logistics services to the energy sector, supporting thousands of onshore wells and rig supply vessels, barges and offshore construction vessels annually.
We lead the market in providing purpose-designed solutions for our customers, handling containers, bulk, automotive and general cargo.
ABOUT YOU
You will be committed to safety in the workplace and be committed to 100% Chain of Responsibility compliance. We're proud of our 'Zero Harm' initiative and provide extensive on-the-job training to ensure you get home safely at the end of every day.
Qube is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage women and Indigenous peoples of all ages to apply.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The primary purpose of the Material Controller is to be accountable for the provision of materials management process execution and ensuring aligned work prioritisation and realistic materials availability expectations. You will be responsible for Vessel Manifesting, material receipt, storage, picking, kitting of work orders, returns, repairable items, disposals and or any other as required activities by the business.
You will be responsible for maintaining warehouse overall health and stock accuracy to ensure material availability and collating and reporting warehouse data on the overall operation at the facility. Stakeholder engagement is a key component of this roll the ability to effectively communicate with client and vendors is critical to the role. Providing feedback on current stocking strategies and recommendations on inventory optimisation.
You will be the work area focal and work closely with the responsible Leading Hand to ensure Warehouse Operators adhere to Supply Chain process and drive continuous improvement.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement materials management processes in line with project procedures, strategies and HSSE plans
• Coordinate with site to confirm material and services requirements, resolve queries and provide materials status reports as required
• Ensure all materials databases and project reporting tools are updated with the latest purchasing, receipt delivery and shipping information
• Monitor the flow of materials from requisition to installation to ensure all materials management activities are completed for scheduled shipment of materials to relevant sites
• Analyse material progress reports, highlighting any discrepancies (shortage, damaged, etc) to relevant parties and develop early mitigation plans for late deliveries of critical and long lead items
• Expedite critical items and intervene according to instructions of the focal point and technical buyers and coordinate with logistics department on receipt and release for shipping
• Resolve materials data management and administrative issues and maintain the system change request process by liaison with the project
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and standard operating procedures of Qube and client organisations

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Current Australian Driver’s Licence (Car)
• Current Forklift Licence (LF)
• Experience in Warehousing (Desirable)
• Dangerous Goods Awareness (Desirable)
• IMDG (International Marine Dangerous Goods) (Desirable)
• Knowledge and experience of applicable standards and legislation for dangerous goods handling, storage, and transport (Desirable)
• Current first aid certificate (Desirable)
• High risk dogman ticket (Desirable)
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable legislation relating to load restraints. (Desirable)
• Experience in SAP will be highly regarded, as will knowledge of other inventory and work order management systems.
• Ability to learn and develop new skills.
• Pro-active, goal oriented with excellent attention to detail.
• Effectively manages change to work tasks and the work environment and assists others with adapting to change.
• A person of integrity who is trusted by others and consistently honours their commitments.
• Able to identify issues, problems and opportunities; make timely decisions; develop appropriate and innovative solutions; and ask for assistance if required.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including the ability to convey information and ideas to individuals and groups, and make presentations when required.
• Demonstrates initiative and a willingness to learn and continuously improve on performance.
• Able to work on multiple projects of various size and complexity.
• Able to work effectively in small to large multi-disciplinary teams and share and transfer knowledge within teams.

Why QUBE?
At Qube, we recognise that our people are our most important asset and are the engine that drives our organisation, playing a vital role in ensuring our business achieve our objectives and deliver on our commitments. We believe that attracting the right people, maximising their contribution, and rewarding performance is vital for success.
BENEFITS

• Up to 50% off gyms, studios, active wear, healthy meals, supplements, recovery and more through the Qube Fit program.
• Discounted health insurance
• Special paid leave to participate in volunteering activities
• Unlimited access to employee assistance program delivered through Telus Health
• Generous paid parental leave
• Access to Qube wellbeing program

In return, we offer an exciting opportunity to join a business that is experiencing rapid growth and continued leadership. Apply for this position today!