Inventory Controller – Mining & Heavy Industry (Wacol, QLD)

We are currently seeking an experienced Inventory Controller to join a leading organisation in the mining and heavy industry sector. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the smooth flow of materials, parts, and consumables to support production and maintenance activities across workshop operations.
This is a Monday–Friday position based in Wacol, offering flexibility with a 5:00am or 6:00am start. The role is offered on a temp-to-perm basis, with excellent hourly rates of $45–$48 p/h depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage site-based materials, consumables, PPE, and inventory levels to meet operational needs.
• Parts receiving, booking, storage, and issuing through ERP systems (SAP/Oracle experience highly regarded)
• Coordinate goods in/out processes, including subcontractor items.
• Conduct stocktakes and cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Support technicians with parts preparation and billable tasks to meet production deadlines.
• Operate forklift and overhead crane to move parts, materials, and equipment safely.
• Manage calibration schedules for equipment and maintain chemical register compliance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to prevent stock outs and reduce excess inventory.
• Provide timely reporting on material availability, shortages, and consumption.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, PPE requirements, and workplace policies.

Skills & Experience

• Current LF Forklift Licence – essential
• Experience with overhead crane operations
• 5+ years’ experience in inventory control, materials management or procurement within a heavy industrial/mining/fabrication environment
• Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Oracle preferred)
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Proven experience in stock control, forecasting, and supplier/subcontractor management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge of LEAN principles or Six Sigma advantageous

What’s on Offer

• Temp-to-perm opportunity with a well-regarded employer in the mining sector
• $45–$48 p/h
• Day shift Monday–Friday with flexible start times (5am or 6am)
• Secure Wacol location with free onsite parking
• Supportive team environment with long-term career potential

Apply Now
If you have the required skills and are looking for your next long-term opportunity, apply today and Agnes will be in touch to discuss the role further.