Material Controller (12 Month Contract) at Scatec ASA

Main purpose of position


Currently we are looking for a Material Controller in Kathu, Northern Cape to be part of our global team working together towards our vision - Improving our future.
As our Material controller you are responsible for material management at Site. The Material Controller will collect all the documents and certification covering the arrival of materials at site and provide for recording of their movements including periodic reporting.


Main responsibilities


To arrange storage and laydown area according to the instructions of the Site Manager
To manage information relevant to arrival of materials at site and their availability at the laydown area
To coordinate the provision of shipping documentation and feed the D365 database (where applicable) with proper information
To manage the receiving, check, storage, and preservation of materials delivered at Site and feeds the key360 data base with proper information
Initiate procedures concerning insurance claims for damage to materials during transport to Site or during erection
To coordinate issuance of NCR by the Quality Manager for claims against vendors for /or non-conformity with the relevant purchase order
To initiate claims against vendors for material inconsistences
To facilitate claims against the Logistics Forwarder material damages and losses due to transportation / warehousing
Ensure that a dedicated quarantine area for damaged/non-conforming material/equipment is available, and clearly marked & managed from the beginning of receiving material while maintaining full traceability throughout the project, with supporting documents
To manage the receiving, check, recording and traceability of material certificate and feeds the D365 database (where applicable) with proper information


Qualifications and competencies


Diploma/Certificate in Logistics/Material management
5 years' experience in Materials management
Experience in construction projects
Fluent in English, spoken and written
You are used to changing environments and to quickly meet new challenges
Team-oriented skills, self-motivation, and direction, with strong bias toward timely performance and problem resolution
Attention to detail
Valid driver's license


Personal characteristics

It is part of every employee's frame of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:


Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way.
Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritize and work independently.
Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust.
Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude.


For the particular role we also expect


Good knowledge of inventory and material controlling practices.
Good networking skills, ability to interact and build relations at all levels internally and externally.
Proven strong experience in supply chain either purchasing, material control or planning, ideally in a similar environment.
Have a strong planning and organisational skills.


Additional information:


Extensive travelling required