Inventory Controller

He korero mo matou | About Watercare

Ki te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata

When the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthy

Now is an exciting time to join Watercare, we're planning to spend $14 billion over the next 10 years to ensure we can continue to support our growing city in a climate-resilient way. When you average that out, that's an investment of $3.8 million every day!

He whakamarama mo te turanga mahi | About the role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Inventory Controller to manage and maintain the inventory, warehouse, yard, and plant items at our Maintenance Services Networks site in Mangere.

Key Responsibilities for this role include :

Maintain a neat and tidy store ensuring all inventory items accurately accounted for

Ensure timely allocation of stock to projects or departments.

Replenish stock in a timely manner to prevent shortages.

Track usage and update records to reflect current stock status.

Unloading, receipting, and storage of all inventory items

Prepare inventory items for field crew allocation

Conduct regular stock counts and reconcile discrepancies

Maintain inventory in ERP inventory management systems.

Record adjustments, transfers in the system.

Work with procurement, operations, and finance teams to ensure smooth inventory flow.

Assist in planning for upcoming projects and stock requirements.

Manage hazardous goods and plant equipment

Fork hoist Operation

Nga pukenga e rapu nei matou | About you

This role would suit a diligent and flexible individual with excellent communications skills, and someone who is confident working with internal and external partners. The successful candidate will also bring :

Previous inventory management experience - handling fast paced inventory movement and associated paperwork

Confidence with IT systems - use of stock management systems, MS Excel and MS Outlook

A current fork hoist licence

Full class 1 driving licence mandatory and a class 2 is desirable

Excellent problem-solving skills

Proven planning and organisational skills

Nga hua mou | What's in it for you

We offer a competitive salary and staff benefits package including :

• Training and development opportunities
• Life and income protection insurance plans
• Generous parental leave
• Employee discounts at a range of large retailers

Me pehea te tono mai | How to Apply

Come and join our team! If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a fantastic team then please apply online today -

careers.watercare.co.nz.