Material Controller (12 Month Contract)

Overview

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building, and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of positionCurrently 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

We offerScatec is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse, and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference. 

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.