Warehouse Officer – Gahcho Kué Mine

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The De Beers Group of Companies has an opportunity for an energetic, self-motivated individual to join the Supply Chain department at the Gahcho Kué Mine site based in the Northwest Territories. This is a Fixed-Term Contract to June 2027. Reporting to the Warehouse Supervisor, this position is responsible for the safe and effective receipt, storage, retrieval and issuing of goods and material at the mine site as requested by site departments and contractors.

The role requires strong SAP proficiency, strong organizational skills, and the ability to take initiative in enforcing and sharing with others warehouse best practices. The ideal candidate is one who is committed to safe working practices and strives for zero harm.

Key responsibilities:

• Material Handling & Inventory Management
• Receive, verify, and unload incoming materials using SAP;
• Conduct scheduled and ad-hoc inventory cycle counts; report inventory levels and discrepancies;
• Organize materials for safe, efficient access and optimal use of storage space;
• Evaluate the quality of incoming materials and complete required documentation;
• Process SAP reservations and issue materials to end users.
• Serve as a lead SAP user; generate reports and support data integrity; facilitate “Train the Trainer” sessions to build SAP competency across the team.
• Shipping & Receiving
• Complete all required documentation for receiving and shipping activities;
• Package and sort materials for storage, shipment, or return.
• Production Support
• Under direction from Warehouse Officers and Lead Hands, issue batches to production by reviewing control sheets and MSDS, selecting and weighing raw materials, and staging intermediates/final products.
• Logistics Coordination
• Organize and coordinate delivery of materials and goods to departments and contractors.
• Achieve sign-off on 50% of departmental equipment within three months of start date;
• Operate various warehouse equipment including stand-up forklifts, counterbalance forklifts, and telehandlers.
• Warehouse Maintenance & Safety
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment;
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Operational Excellence
• Perform warehousing tasks such as stock transfers, returns processing, goods inspections, order picking/kitting for shutdowns, and storage maintenance;
• Participate in continuous learning and development opportunities to enhance industry-relevant warehousing knowledge.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Proven experience in warehouse operations, preferably in a senior or lead role;
• Advanced proficiency in SAP and inventory management systems;
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and material handling procedures;
• Ability to lead training sessions and mentor junior staff;
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills;
• Certification in forklift and telehandler operation (or willingness to obtain).

The role is based within the Supply Chain team and is a site-based position that will be a (2) two weeks on, (2) weeks off rotation.

Qualifications:

• Five (5) years’ experience working within a warehouse & logistics environment preferably within the mining industry;
• Minimum of five (5) years working with SAP and inventory management methods and practices;
• Valid Driver’s license or the ability to obtain a site license;
• In-depth knowledge of SAP;
• In-depth knowledge of Warehouse and Inventory Management Practices;
• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs;
• Certification and experience operating equipment listed above;
• High School diploma with 5 years’ relevant experience or Bachelor of Science with minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in SAP and Warehousing;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• Superior organization and coordination skills, initiative, professionalism and dependability;
• Willingness to work shift work;
• Proven commitment to Safety, Health and Environmental Standards;
• Experience working in a cross-cultural work environment;
• Legally permitted to work in Canada.

Desirable Assets:

• Transport of Dangerous Goods Certification for ground (TDG) and air (IATA) freight;
• In-depth knowledge of Zebra and/or scanning systems would be considered an asset;
• Red Seal Certified Warehouse Technician;
• Supply Chain Logistic Professional Designation (CITT) or APICS Certifications would be considered an asset;
• Experience working at a remote mining site;
• The following certifications would be considered an asset: Fall Protection Certification, Parts or Warehouse Technician Journeyman Certification, Loader Certification, and/or Forklift Certification.

Please note: Preference will be given to Members of the Deninu Kué, Lutsel K’e Dene First Nation, North Slave Métis Alliance, Northwest Territory Métis Nation, Tlicho Government, or Yellowknives Dene First Nation, followed by non-indigenous residents of the Northwest Territories or a resident of the Northwest Territories.