Materials Controller in Beccles

Wood is recruiting for a Materials Controller role with extensive experience in the petrochemical industry. This position supports our Process and Energy business and will be based full time at a client site in Teesside. The role is a 12‑month contract and we are open to staff or contractor engagements.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will ensure the effective receipt, storage, movement and control of all materials to support the contract and business. You will liaise with Supply Chain, user groups, third parties, client and Supply Base & Marine contractors to ensure that all materials and equipment are received, marshalled and shipped in accordance with company procedures and internal controls.

In this role you will work closely with the wider Supply Chain team to carry out materials activities in accordance with the project execution, within budget and in line with project processes and procedures. We are looking for a logistical thinker who can prioritise workloads, work under pressure and collaborate with a team of Materials Controllers to ensure project deadlines are met.

Clients and Projects

P&E offers a wide range of opportunities that allow you to develop your skills across onshore projects in different sectors. Our portfolio includes green hydrogen and fuel switching, as well as supporting local clients with energy transition. We also work on UK refineries, petrochemical facilities, fine chemicals and pharmaceutical facilities. We partner with clients to design their pilot plants to test new technologies, potentially moving to design and build full‑scale commercial facilities.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects. Upstream production continues to play a key role in providing energy security.
• Flexible working arrangements. Hybrid working where relevant to balance client, team and individual needs.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion. Our employee networks give all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary. Regular reviews to ensure market‑aligned pay.
• Flexible benefits package. 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4× base salary life insurance and other adaptable benefits.
• Commitment to continued professional development. Tailored development plans.
• Global connections. Work with experts worldwide shaping industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Allocation, control, issue and marshalling of materials between work locations and suppliers in accordance with project requirements and schedules.
• Production of shipping documents for all material movements.
• Timely updating of the procurement system with goods receipts, manifests and shipping documentation.
• Identification of material shortages and surpluses.
• Control of inventory according to the required regime (FIFO, Kanban), ensuring accuracy through warehouse activity monitoring, cycle counts and stock checks.
• Production of materials status reporting to project and client.
• Attendance at project progress meetings and purchase order pre‑production meetings.
• Liaison with project personnel, client representatives and suppliers to resolve supply issues.
• Updating the project/procurement status report (PSR) to meet on‑site date requirements and current/estimated lead and delivery times, notifying any delays to supply chain management.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a Materials Controller / Logistics role.
• Experience with ERPs such as Maximo, Oracle or SAP.
• Competence in the use of Microsoft Office suite.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Dangerous Goods by Sea & Air.
• Experience with Manual Handling.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal‑opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics in accordance with governing laws.