Material Management Technician

Canadian Armed Forces; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Material Management Technicians to ensure the smooth operation of supply chains within the military. This role involves managing the purchasing, warehousing, and distribution of critical supplies and services to support military operations. Technicians will operate military vehicles and materials-handling equipment, ensuring that all necessary items are available when and where they are needed. This position offers the unique opportunity to work in diverse environments, including on ships and in remote locations, providing essential support to the Royal Canadian Navy, Army, and Air Force. If you are ready to serve your country while developing a rewarding career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics and inventory management is essential.
• Ability to operate military vehicles and materials-handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing, warehousing, and disposal of stock and equipment.
• Receive and prepare items for shipment and maintain inventory control.

Skills

Inventory Control

Logistics Management

Vehicle Operation

Recordkeeping

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklifts

Military Vehicles

Job description

Non-Commissioned Member | Full Time, Part Time

In Demand

As a member of the military, Material Management Technicians ensure that all of the supplies and services necessary for Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) operations are available when and where they are required. They handle a variety of items such as food, fuel, heavy machinery, spare parts, stationery, and clothing.

The primary responsibilities of Material Management Technicians are to:

• Manage the purchasing, warehousing, shipping, receiving, stock control, and disposal of obsolete stock and equipment
• Receive, handle, and prepare items for shipment
• Operate military vehicles weighing up to 10 tons and materials-handling equipment such as forklifts
• Process invoices and prepare shipping documents
• Order material from internal and external sources and purchase supplies
• Deliver supplies and provide services to operational units
• Perform recordkeeping, stocktaking, and inventory control
• Maintain accounting and financial records
• Process and coordinate repair and disposal functions

Work environment

Material Management Technicians may work in Canada or are deployed abroad, in support of Royal Canadian Navy, Army, or Royal Canadian Air Force operations. Material Management Technicians on board a ship experience the unique challenges that come with living and working at sea. They are also called upon to stand duty watches, perform ship's husbandry duties, and other related tasks. Material Management Technicians working with the Army participate in operations and training with combat teams, including such duties as driving and maintaining vehicles. Those assigned to support the Royal Canadian Air Force may be deployed to remote locations on short notice.

If you chose a career in the Regular Force, upon completion of all required training, you will be assigned to your first base. While there is some flexibility with regards to postings (relocations), accommodations can’t always be made, and therefore, you can likely expect to move at some point in your career. However, if you decide to join the Primary Reserve Force, you will do so through a specific Reserve unit. Outside of training, your chosen Reserve unit will be your workplace on a part-time basis, and you will not be obligated to relocate to a different base. As part of the Primary Reserve Force, you typically work one night per week and some weekends as a minimum with possibilities of full-time employment.