Materials Management Technician - Non-Certified

Southern Health-Santé Sud; Portage la Prairie; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Southern Health-Santé Sud invites applications for a Materials Management Technician non-certified at Portage Regional Health Centre. The role involves ordering, receiving, storing, distributing and delivering supplies across the region, including driving between sites.

Strong attention to detail and MS Dynamics GP experience are assets. Requires Grade 12, WHMIS/TDG knowledge, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, in-person environment.

Qualifications

• Must have WHMIS and TDG knowledge.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite and email.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and maintain accuracy.
• Good written and oral communication skills required.
• Bilingual English/French is essential for designated roles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ordering, receiving, storage, distribution and delivery of supplies and equipment for regional facilities.
• Drive between sites to support site needs.
• Provide high-level customer service and support to sites and programs.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

WHMIS & TDG knowledge

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Prioritization

Professional relationships

Bilingual English/French

Confidentiality

Driver's license

Willingness to travel

Education

Grade 12 Education

Tools

MS Dynamics GP

Job description

Requisition ID: 412628

Position Number: 111-1-71135-M390-04

Posting End Date: October 16, 2026

Employer: Southern Health-Santé Sud

Site: Portage Regional Health Centre

Union: CUPE

Department/Unit: Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Work Location: Portage Regional Health Centre

City: Portage la Prairie

Hiring Status: Temporary

FTE: 0.9

Employment arrangement: In Person

Daily hours worked: 7.75

Anticipated shift: Days; Weekends

Anticipated Start Date: 10/23/2026

Reason for Term: Indefinite Term

Salary: $22.93 - $28.33

Find your rewarding career in a vibrant and diverse community within Southern Health-Santé Sud. Our organization is privileged to provide care for people at every point in their lives.

Partnering with our communities, we provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care. We are proud to work in collaboration with all our partners within and throughout our diverse region: seven First Nations Communities, Francophone, Métis, Mennonite and Hutterite communities as well as a growing number of immigrants from all over the world.

Be part of the Southern Health-Santé Sud team, who is rooted in what matters most. Joina region that offers a lifestyle like no other – a safe, peaceful, beautiful, fulfilling life for you and your family.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Lead - Supply Chain Management, the Materials Management Technician Non-Certified provides customer service to Southern Health-Santé Sud sites and programs. The incumbent is responsible for the ordering, receiving, storage, distribution, and delivery of supplies and equipment for facilities in the region, which also includes driving from site to site.

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters. The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

Experience

• Minimum one-year (1) relevant experience in a Supply Chain environment.
• Previous experience working with MS Dynamics GP is considered an asset.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Grade 12 Education.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications And Skills

• Knowledge of Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) and Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG).
• Knowledge of basic safe work practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and Email.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to provide a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize in a changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional working relationships.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.
• Operates Southern Health-Santé Sud vehicles safely.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• May be required to work in a variety of temperatures including excessive heat or cold.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.N>
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.

Term

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

Southern Health-Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French-speaking communities within Southern Health-Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.

Please be advised that job competitions for union represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file may be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.