Intern - Material Control

Trucks Technology & Industrial; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Volvo Group in Australia is seeking a data‑driven logistics enthusiast to support operations, capacity planning, and KPI analysis within a modern manufacturing context.

You will collaborate across teams, promote lean practices, and contribute to global logistics projects while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental policies.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with QlikView, Power BI, or SQL is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; clear communication.
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Responsibilities

• Support logistics operations by providing data-driven insights to improve performance.
• Assist in capacity planning and the setup of new part locations.
• Analyse and follow up on logistics KPIs, identifying improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with teams to remove obsolete parts from operations.
• Work cross‑functionally on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote and implement lean principles (VPS and Volvo Operations Concept).
• Participate in regional/global logistics networks and projects.
• Ensure compliance with Volvo Group environmental, safety, and risk policies.

Skills

Excel

QlikView

Power BI

SQL

Analytical thinking

Logistics knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering / Logistics

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Trucks Technology & Industrial – Wacol QLD

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

What you will do

At Volvo you will contribute to the transformation of our company, the transport industry and society at large. You will:

Collaborate across departments to identify challenges and deliver process improvements aligned with the Volvo Production System (VPS) and Volvo Operations Concept. You will also gain hands‑on experience working alongside Material Controllers, contributing to capacity planning and KPI reporting using tools like Excel, QlikView, and Power BI.

This is a great opportunity to enhance your technical skills, work cross‑functionally, and gain insight into world‑class logistics operations within a global manufacturing environment!

Who are you?

Key Responsibilities

• Support logistics operations by providing data-driven insights to improve performance.
• Assist in capacity planning and the setup of new part locations.
• Analyse and follow up on logistics KPIs, identifying improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with teams to remove obsolete parts from operations.
• Work cross‑functionally on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote and implement lean principles (VPS and Volvo Operations Concept).
• Participate in regional/global logistics networks and projects.
• Ensure compliance with Volvo Group environmental, safety, and risk policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with QlikView, Power BI, or SQL is a plus.
• Exposure to AutoCAD is desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Understanding of logistics processes and lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and engage with stakeholders across the business.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:

• Gain real‑world experience in a global manufacturing company.
• Work with cross‑functional teams and learn from industry experts.
• Opportunity to apply your technical knowledge to practical challenges.
• Develop a strong foundation in logistics planning, KPI analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Be part of a workplace that values safety, sustainability, and innovation.

Ready for the next move?

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Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Trucks Technology & Industrial Divisionhire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need.
Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow.