Logistics Specialist - Porirua

Downer; Wellington; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal development planning

Flexible working arrangements

Laptop & phone provided

Marram membership benefits

Free counselling

Employee support networks

Perks@Downer discounts

Job summary

Downer is seeking a Logistics Specialist in Wellington to support our Telecommunications operations by coordinating stock, equipment and consumables across the warehouse and field teams. You will ensure timely availability and accurate handling of materials to keep projects moving.

Responsibilities include inbound/outbound stock control, PO processing, inventory record accuracy, and coordinating stock movements with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics, warehousing, inventory management or stock control.
• Experience using ERP or inventory management systems.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
• Strong planning, communication and attention to detail.
• A current full New Zealand driver licence.
• A forklift licence, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Managing inbound and outbound stock, including receipting, picking, packing and dispatch.
• Processing purchase orders and inventory requests accurately and on time.
• Maintaining inventory records and supporting stocktakes and audits.
• Coordinating equipment, material and consigned stock movements and returns.
• Building strong relationships with field teams, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Improving logistics processes while maintaining a safe, organised warehouse.

Skills

Logistics & warehousing

Inventory management

Stock control

Planning & scheduling

Driver's licence (NZ)

Forklift licence (or willingness)

Tools

ERP systems

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Support the delivery of essential telco infrastructure by coordinating materials, inventory and supply chain operations.

Te kōwhiringa | The opportunity

As a Logistics Specialist, you'll support our Telecommunications operations by ensuring equipment, materials and consumables are available when and where they're needed.

Working within a small Wellington-based team, you'll coordinate stock movements, warehouse activities and logistics administration. You'll work closely with field teams, technicians, suppliers and internal stakeholders to keep operations running smoothly.

• Managing inbound and outbound stock, including receipting, picking, packing and dispatch
• Processing purchase orders and inventory requests accurately and on time
• Maintaining inventory records and supporting stocktakes and audits
• Coordinating equipment, material and consigned stock movements and returns
• Building strong relationships with field teams, suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Improving logistics processes while maintaining a safe, organised warehouse

We're looking for a practical and systems-focused logistics professional who enjoys delivering reliable service and keeping operations organised.

Ideally you'll have:

• Experience in logistics, warehousing, inventory management or stock control
• Experience using ERP or inventory management systems
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and SharePoint
• Strong planning, communication and attention to detail
• A current full New Zealand driver licence
• A forklift licence, or willingness to obtain one

Ngā Painga o te Mahi ki Downer | Benefits of working with Downer

At Downer, we believe in empowering our people to be the difference that matters. As one of Aotearoa New Zealand's leading infrastructure providers, we offer rewarding careers, development opportunities and a culture where people feel valued and supported.

We support you with:

• Personal development planning, training & upskilling opportunities, and leadership programmes
• Flexible working arrangements
• IT equipment including a laptop and phone
• Free Marram membership offering savings on day-to-day healthcare costs and discounted holiday homes across Aotearoa
• Free counselling for you and immediate whanau members
• Employee support networks such as our StandOut (LGBTQIA+), Fetu Pasifika, EmpowerHER and Wāhine Kotahitanga
• Perks@Downer - offering discounts on gym memberships, car rentals, movies, travel, and cash back on retail purchases

Join a winning team from the Nation's capital! Wellington offers a vibrant city lifestyle, a thriving food and arts scene, and easy access to the waterfront, beaches and regional parks. This role is an opportunity to support essential telecommunications services across the region while building your career with one of New Zealand's leading infrastructure providers.

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team providing essential services that connect communities to critical infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain today's important water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation assets and networks.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Downer is an inclusive employer committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and cultures.