Site & Materials Coordinator

Babcock is looking for a Site & Materials Coordinator to join the Delivery team based in Devonport, Auckland.

About the role

Help keep New Zealand’s naval fleet mission‑ready. As Site & Materials Coordinator at Babcock, you’ll be the operational heartbeat that gets the right people, plant, and parts to the right place—cranes, forklifts, EWPs, compressors, generators, site offices, ablutions and more—so maintenance happens safely, efficiently, and on schedule. You’ll collaborate across production, procurement, subcontractors and warehouses, balancing inventory, movements and site services while driving cost control and readiness.

Bring your continuous improvement mindset to streamline processes, deconflict daily activities, and lift HSE performance. In return, you’ll gain unique shipyard exposure, variety every day, and the satisfaction of tangible outcomes that matter to Aotearoa. If you back yourself to be curious, courageous, collaborative and to own & deliver, this role gives you scope to shine and grow.

About you

You keep complex sites humming. You’re a planner, organiser, and calm problem-solver who gets materials, cranes, and contractors where they need to be, safely and on time. You’re comfortable juggling shifting priorities, building rapport across production, procurement, and suppliers, and you hold yourself to high standards. You read a schedule, deconflict activities, and spot risks early. Computer-literate and HSE-minded, you thrive in regulated environments, respect Trade Controls, and are eligible for Defence vetting. You own outcomes and deliver with pride.

Key Required Skills

•    Site logistics coordination (cranes, forklifts, EWPs, plant & amenities)
•    Inventory and materials management across warehouses and worksites
•    Scheduling and activity deconfliction to meet timelines
•    Stakeholder communication and negotiation (production, procurement, subcontractors)
•    HSE compliance, hazard identification, and risk management
•    Analytical problem‑solving and continuous improvement mindset
•    Computer literacy; register/document control and reporting
•    Able to work autonomously and in a team; flexible hours

Key Required Competencies

•    Operational coordination: Able to manage site services, equipment, and logistics in a dynamic environment.
•    Risk, safety & compliance mindset: Consistently applies HSE standards, identifies hazards, and mitigates risks.
•    Stakeholder communication: Builds strong working relationships across production, procurement, contractors, and warehouses.
•    Planning & prioritisation: Schedules activities effectively, deconflicts tasks, and adjusts quickly to changing demands.

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you 

•    Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more; 
•    We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave; 
•    You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan; 
•    Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days; 
•    You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver 

Who we are 

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company. 
 

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission. 

Locally in New Zealand, we are actively growing our team to deliver some key projects for the defence and commercial sectors in Aotearoa.  Our team of over 120 trades people work on the Devonport Naval Base in partnership with our customer, the Royal New Zealand Navy.  As the Navy’s strategic maritime partner, we provide complete maintenance, repair and overhaul services to their entire Navy fleet.  We also undertake ship conversions, life extensions, retrofits and major repairs, in both the drydock and in the water, for our customers.    

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the Apply Now’ button below. 

To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Job Req #71638