Site Materials Controller: Logistics & Inventory Lead

Omexom UK; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Omexom UK is recruiting a Material Controller to manage all project materials at various locations across Scotland. You will ensure safe, accurate receipt, inspection, storage and distribution to construction teams, keeping rigorous records and supporting the programme.

You will coordinate deliveries, maintain stock levels, conduct cycle counts, and ensure traceability while complying with safety, quality and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in materials control, stores management, logistics, or warehouse operations within construction, utilities, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Experience managing inventory records and material tracking systems.
• Good understanding of delivery documentation and stock control procedures.
• Competent in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to prioritise workload in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Material Receipt & Inspection: Coordinate and manage all deliveries arriving at the main project yard; Verify delivered materials against purchase orders, delivery notes, and project requirements; Inspect materials for quantity, quality, damage, and compliance with specifications; Record and report any shortages, defects, damages, or discrepancies; Maintain accurate records of all incoming deliveries.
• Inventory Management: Establish and maintain an accurate inventory control system; Track material movements from receipt through to final installation; Conduct regular stock checks and cycle counts; Monitor stock levels and notify the Construction Manager and Procurement Team of shortages or replenishment requirements; Ensure full traceability of project materials where required.
• Material Storage: Ensure materials are stored safely and securely within the yard; Maintain organised storage locations to allow rapid identification and retrieval of materials; Protect materials from damage, deterioration, theft, or environmental exposure; Ensure compliance with site safety, environmental, and quality requirements.
• Material Distribution & Logistics: Plan and coordinate the distribution of materials from the main yard to tower locations and work fronts; Liaise with Site Supervisors, Engineers, and Construction Management to understand upcoming material requirements; Schedule delivery vehicles and lifting resources to support programme requirements; Ensure materials arrive at work locations safely, on time, and in the correct quantities; Maintain records of all material issues and transfers.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate material registers and inventory records; Manage delivery notes, goods received records, material issue notes, and transfer documentation; Produce regular reports on stock levels, material usage, outstanding deliveries, and logistics performance; Support project audits and quality inspections by providing material traceability records.
• Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance: Ensure all yard activities are carried out in accordance with company and project safety procedures; Support safe loading, unloading, lifting, and transportation of materials; Maintain good housekeeping standards within the yard; Report safety concerns, near misses, and incidents promptly; Comply with environmental and waste management requirements.

Skills

Materials control

Organisational skills

Inventory management

Delivery documentation

MS Excel

Prioritisation

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Omexom UK is recruiting a Material Controller to manage all project materials at various locations across Scotland. You will ensure safe, accurate receipt, inspection, storage and distribution to construction teams, keeping rigorous records and supporting the programme.

You will coordinate deliveries, maintain stock levels, conduct cycle counts, and ensure traceability while complying with safety, quality and environmental standards.