Materials Controller

Amentum • Full-time • Hull • 2w ago

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.  We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

Job Overview:

The Materials Controller is responsible for overseeing the flow of materials and supplies to ensure that the right items are available at the right time and place to support project or production needs. This role plays a key part in maintaining inventory accuracy, minimizing waste, and ensuring efficient material handling across the site or facility.

This role is Temporary role - Weekly paid - Fully on-site

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure materials are available when needed.
Coordinate with procurement, suppliers, and site teams to schedule deliveries and manage lead times.
Track and record all incoming and outgoing materials using inventory systems.
Conduct regular stock checks and reconcile discrepancies.
Ensure proper storage, labeling, and handling of materials in line with safety and quality standards.
Liaise with project managers and site supervisors to forecast material requirements.
Identify and report any issues with material quality, shortages, or delays.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in material management and logistics.
Maintain documentation for audits and compliance purposes.
Assist in the disposal or return of surplus or defective materials.

Requirements:

Proven experience in material control, inventory management, or logistics.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Familiarity with inventory software and ERP systems.
Good communication and coordination abilities.
Understanding of health and safety regulations related to material handling.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Forklift or other relevant licenses (desirable).

Working Conditions:

May involve working in warehouses, outdoor sites, or production environments.
Requires adherence to PPE and safety protocols.
Physical activity including lifting, moving, and inspecting materials.

Our Culture:

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. 

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

Your application experience is important to us and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. We welcome feedback on our recruitment process and if you need more from us before deciding to join us then please contact the team

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.