Director of Material Handling

WorleyParsons; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 199,000 - 302,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Material Handling to lead a dynamic team in tackling complex infrastructure challenges. In this pivotal role, you will drive business development initiatives, manage project delivery, and foster strong client relationships. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to sustainable practices in the energy sector while leading a talented group of professionals. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and teamwork, and take your career to new heights in a supportive and flexible work environment. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving industry.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic work culture

Excellent remuneration package

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering from an accredited institution is required.
• Experience in leading teams on Material Handling projects is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate sales efforts and engage with clients to expand opportunities.
• Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to safety standards.
• Oversee team development and ensure quality standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Relations

Business Development

Safety Management

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Process Engineering

Degree in Mechatronic Engineering

Job description

Job Description - Director of Material Handling (VAN00GO)

Company: Worley Consulting

Primary Location

Job

Job

: Structural

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employment Type: Employee

Job Level: Experienced

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Mar 11, 2025

Unposting Date

Unposting Date

: Apr 11, 2025

Reporting Manager Title: VP, Transport, Infrastructure and Logistics

Worley Consulting. Be part of the solution.

The dual challenge of supplying energy to a growing population while addressing the risks of climate change is one of the greatest challenges the world is facing today. The energy transition isn’t just about alternative fuels, power generation, or use, or storage. It’s all the elements that contribute to the energy ecosystem. We view these challenges as opportunities to deliver a more sustainable world.

Challenging complexity. Shaping a sustainable future.

Economic viability. Resource availability. Digital reliability. Carbon neutrality. These are the components of the world’s pressing energy and resource problems. Sound complicated and tough to balance? It is.

Luckily we thrive in complex environments

Join a community of consultants, scientists, strategists, and engineers all dedicated to solving the world’s critical infrastructure, environmental, energy, and resource challenges.

We put sustainability at the heart of everything we do

We work with business to develop the right strategy, log in to a digital future, secure and safeguard social license, enhance local communities, and power the energy transition.

Rising to the challenge, together

We are thousands of consultants across the globe. Be part of the future – welcome to our growing team!

Who we are:

The Worley Consulting Group is an integral part of the global Worley organization. Our groups include:

You’re an enthusiastic and experienced leader with a comprehensive engineering background who can lead the Materials Handling group within the Worley Consulting business as we continue our growth into new fields and industries.

Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

Business Development

• Coordinate sales efforts with Worley’s inside/outside Sales teams, participate in business development efforts and update calls.
• Work with discipline leads to identify trends, develop strategies and sales forecasts.
• Actively engage with internal and external clients to seek out new opportunities and expand existing ones.
• Prepare or assist in preparing proposals, execution strategies, cost estimating, and project scheduling.
• Maintain staff profiles and resumes, track existing capabilities and strategically address future customer capability requirements.
• Encourage positive working relationships with external parties such as customers, suppliers, and contractors.

Business Operations

• Assist in recruiting, coaching, and performance management of the team.
• Attend project coordination meetings and liaise with project team members, clients, sub-consultants, contractors, and regulatory and environmental approval agencies.
• Monitor project progress through site visits and meetings with clients and contractors.
• Actively encourage and support a safety-oriented culture.
• Participate in budgeting activities and manage operations within the approved budget.
• Control staffing levels and organizational structure.

Project Delivery

• Facilitate meeting project requirements with discipline guidelines and management of project allocated resources.
• Drive innovative solutions and technology advances.

Team Leadership and Development

• Oversee programs for technical competency and quality.
• Ensure team member adherence to company processes and customer specifications.
• Support global standardization and use of drawing and document templates.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this role will:

• Have a degree in mechanical, process, or mechatronic engineering from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Be registered with, or be eligible for registration with, Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia as a professional engineer.
• Have proven experience leading successful teams in Material Handling infrastructure projects.
• Possess Project Management experience and a Project Management qualification.
• Demonstrate experience in building and maintaining strong client relations.

Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.

“For applicants based in the province of British Columbia, the salary range is CAD $199,026 to $301,183. Application of the pay band: Variation in salary is determined by factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Worley Consulting offers an excellent remuneration & benefits package, a friendly, professional, dynamic and flexible work environment along with the opportunity to develop your career prospects within Canada and overseas.

We strive to be an industry leader in health, safety and environmental performance.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Worley Consulting is an equal opportunity employer.