Job Summary:

Join the team at Creature Technology as a Purchasing Assistant and help bring our amazing animatronic creature projects to life! Working side-by-side with the Purchasing Manager, you’ll be at the heart of making sure materials and parts are where they need to be, when they need to be. If you’re detail-focused and love being part of a creative and fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you!

You could be the one if you...

Thrive on being organised and keeping systems up to date with accurate purchasing data.

Have a knack for following up with suppliers and making sure nothing falls through the cracks.

Enjoy comparing quotes and supporting value-based decisions

Are confident in raising and placing purchase orders using ERP or task management tools

Bring at least two years’ experience in a similar administrative, purchasing, or inventory role

Communicate clearly and proactively with colleagues across departments

Like rolling up your sleeves to check deliveries and make sure everything arrives as expected

Know how to keep track of stock and assign materials to the right jobs

Keep an eye on stock levels and know when to trigger reorders

Don’t mind jumping in to help with dispatch, couriers, or quick supply runs when needed

Why CTC?

CTC is an award-winning global leader in creating awe-inspiring creatures that captivate the imagination of visitors at some of the world’s most exciting visitor attractions, including Universal Parks in Orlando and Beijing, as well as ground-breaking theatre productions. We are an all-in-one manufacturing, software-design, puppet-making, engineering, artist's studio, and entertainment creation company.

Every day, you’ll come to work to turn our mission of inspiring awe into reality. You’ll collaborate with the industry’s top designers, engineers, technicians, and artisans who work collaboratively to bring a creature to life for global audiences.

What we offer:

Our team does their best work, so we strive to do the best by them. Here’s a look at our culture and benefits:

A friendly, human work environment, a culture of creatively minded, hardworking people who are passionate about CTC and being part of its growth and success.

Have opportunities to continually learn, grow and develop your skills.

Work alongside and draw on the support of a widely experienced team, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in your craft, while setting a new benchmark in storytelling through animatronics.

We actively work on creating a safe, inclusive environment free from discrimination.

Ways of working that genuinely support work-life balance: we want you to love your work, but also your life outside of CTC

Your well-being is paramount, and we provide access to a holistic assistance program that provides support in many areas of life and health, as well as an on-site gym.

DEIB Statement

We care about the planet and the people who live on it. We value inclusivity and belonging at CTC; only with a diverse and inclusive team that feels a sense of belonging every day will we reach our vision. DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) is a pillar of every project and initiative we work on. Our core values encourage us to show unwavering respect, keep an open mind and stay curious, and act with integrity and care in every aspect of our work.

We welcome you to join our team, regardless of your background, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, age, or other experiences.
Research shows candidates from neurodiverse and underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for roles if they meet all the criteria. We make our hiring decisions based on experience and passion, so if you’re keen to apply and need reasonable adjustments, please let us know. We also encourage you to let us know the pronouns you use at any point during the recruitment process.

Location and Hours

This is a full-time position based in our Port Melbourne office.

CTC services a global client base, and occasional international travel is expected for the role.