Offshore Material Controller - Construction & Maintenance

Aker Solutions ASA; San Juan de Terranova; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and insurance coverage

Well-being facilities

Job summary

Aker Solutions is seeking an Offshore Material Controller for the Hebron project in St. John’s, NL. You will manage receipt, inspection, and storage of offshore materials and equipment, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with safety and preservation standards.

You’ll coordinate loading/unloading, track inventory with SAP and related systems, and work with onshore teams to meet project priorities. A strong background in offshore logistics and material management is essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma, trade certification, degree, or equivalent experience in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, or related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of offshore construction, materials management, or warehousing experience.
• Strong knowledge of materials (piping, valves, fittings, instrumentation, mechanical, electrical).
• Experience with SAP and material management systems; Kabal is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Interpret work packs, schedules, material plans, and project requirements to prioritize activities.
• Review requirements with project teams to identify material needs and risks.
• Receive, verify, track, store, and distribute materials and offshore containers.
• Coordinate loading/unloading, transportation, backloads, and material movements with proper documentation.
• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment where qualified.
• Maintain inventory, traceability, shipment, and compliance records in SAP/Kabal.
• Manage rentals, temporary equipment, and offshore equipment registers.
• Monitor inventory levels, shelf life, preservation, and stock replenishment.
• Track material status, transfers, shortages, and supply chain risks.
• Communicate with onshore teams to resolve material issues and expedite needs.
• Participate in planning meetings and provide material status updates.

Skills

Offshore logistics

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Diploma/degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

SAP

Kabal

Excel

Job description

Offshore Material Controller - Construction & Maintenance

Do you want to solve global energy challenges for future generations?

At Aker Solutions, we are changemakers with nearly 200 years of experience, committed to helping the energy industry #PowerTheChange towards a net-zero future. We are driven by collaboration and curiosity, building tomorrow’s technological solutions today!

The Hebron Supply Chain team in St. John's, NL is seeking an Offshore Material Controller - Construction and Maintenance to manage the receipt, inspection, and storage of materials and equipment offshore. This position ensures deliveries are complete, undamaged, accurately documented, and stored in compliance with company, client, and preservation requirements.

What will you be doing?

• Interpret work packs, schedules, material plans, and project requirements to prioritize activities.
• Review operational, maintenance, and construction requirements with project teams to identify material needs, risks, and upcoming priorities.
• Receive, verify, track, store, and distribute materials, equipment, and offshore containers in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinate loading, unloading, transportation, backloads, and material movements while ensuring accurate documentation and accountability.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, where qualified and authorized.
• Maintain accurate inventory, material traceability, shipment, certification, preservation, inspection, and compliance records using SAP, Kabal, and other company specific material management systems.
• Manage inventories, rentals, temporary equipment, tools, and offshore equipment registers, including utilization, certification, inspection, and recertification requirements. Responsible for coordinating the timely backload and return of all rental and temporary equipment.
• Manage backload of materials/equipment, ensuring proper documentation and pertinent information is detailed.
• Monitor inventory levels, shelf life, preservation requirements, and stock replenishment to ensure material availability.
• Track and report material status, transfers, critical shortages, and supply chain risks.
• Communicate and collaborate with onshore teams including but not limited to procurement, logistics, warehouse, maintenance, and construction to resolve material issues and expedite critical requirements.
• Participate in planning meetings and providing material status updates.

We think you should have:

• Diploma, trade certification, degree, or equivalent experience in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in offshore construction, materials management, or warehousing.
• Strong knowledge of materials, including piping, valves, fittings, instrumentation, mechanical, and electrical equipment.
• Experience with SAP and other material management, inventory control, asset tracking systems; experience with Kabal is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong understanding of offshore logistics, lifting operations, inventory management, and material traceability.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling, preservation, certification, storage requirements, regulatory compliance, and offshore HSE practices, including Permit to Work systems.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation, including P&IDs, isometrics, material specifications, project schedules, and work packs.
• Ability to assess material requirements, identify and mitigate supply chain risks, prioritize competing demands, and communicate effectively to support project schedule.
• Strong attention to detail, organized, good communication and problem-solving skills, while working in a fast-paced offshore environment.
• Possession of all regulatory training and certifications required under the CAAP Standard Practice for the Training and Qualifications of Offshore Personnel.

What we offer:

At Aker Solutions we are committed to creating an enjoyable, rewarding, and engaging career where you can thrive. Our aim is to build a long-term mutually beneficial relationship with you, in order to motivate and retain your talent. We offer a variety of global and local initiatives which support your well-being and development, so that you feel valued throughout your career – professionally and personally.

Some of them are:

• Pension and insurance coverage: We take care of our employees by offering competitive RRSP, insurance, and health plans that ensure your well-being today and in the future.
• Well-being: Enjoy access to fitness facilities and fitness incentives.
• Vibrant Professional network: Connect, grow, socialize, and thrive in our international community, Young Solutioneers.

At Aker Solutions we are committed to creating an enjoyable, rewarding, and engaging career where you can thrive. Our aim is to build a long-term mutually beneficial relationship with you, in order to motivate and retain your talent. We offer a variety of global and local initiatives which support your well-being and development, so that you feel valued throughout your career – professionally and personally.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Aker Solutions, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive. Diversity fuels creativity and innovation, making it a key competitive advantage. We embrace all aspects of diversity, including disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and more. We have experience with accommodating various needs and are always open to finding solutions that suit you. We encourage everyone to apply and are here to support you throughout the recruitment process.

This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,000 people in more than 15 countries.