Operations associate Jobs in Victoria, BC

What You Do Here Matters

In a complex world marked by the threat of war, natural disasters, and geopolitical instability, national security has never been more important.

Babcock is an international defence company providing support and product solutions to enhance our customers’ defence capabilities and critical assets.

Our Canadian team combines their talent and expertise with deep global knowledge and experience from our operations in the United Kingdom, Europe, Australasia and Africa.

Working for us, you’ll help ensure that Canada’s critical services and assets are readily available, reliable, and capable for our defence and civil customers and contribute to Babcock’s Purpose, ‘Creating a safe and secure world, together.’

Be Part of Something Big.

Babcock is a people business. Our people and customers matter most to us. Here you will experience a challenging and rewarding work environment with the support you need to deliver and thrive in your career alongside inclusive teams you respect that value your skills and dedication.

Our Babcock Principles create the foundation for how we deliver better outcomes for our Culture, Customers and Communities. By collectively embodying these Principles in all the work we do, our colleagues help make us great:

• Be Curious – We believe in challenging the status quo and asking, ‘how might we?’
• Think: Outcomes – We believe in measuring success by the results we deliver and the positive impact we make
• Be Kind – We believe in being kind to ourselves, kind to each other, and kind to our planet.
• Collaborate– We believe that Babcock is greater than the sum of its parts.
• Be Courageous – We believe in being brave, ambitious, and determined.
• Own and Deliver – We believe everybody has a part to play in Babcock’s and our customers’ success.

Our people are at the heart of creating a safe and secure world. We offer a collection of programs and benefits designed to support their well-being:

Health & Well-being

• % employer-paid health and dental premiums
• Our Wellness benefit promotes a work environment that supports healthy lifestyles and well-being
• Our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP) offers support and solutions for a wide range of life’s challenges
• A Maternity/Parental Leave top-up payment is available for our colleagues as their family grows

Planning for the Future

• Babcock Canada matches a portion of earnings towards our RRSP/DPSP program. Additionally, colleagues can contribute directly to a TFSA

Flexibility in How We Work

• We offer an agile workplace for several positions, including this one
• An option of a compressed work schedule supports work/life interests
• Competitive annual vacation time off and additional time off during our holiday closure

Growth and recognition

• A comprehensive colleague recognition program and bonus program
• Training and support for professional development and professional membership dues

We encourage you to learn more about Babcock Canada by exploring our website: .

In this role, you will:

• Provide support to the Devonshire Warehouse Manager, including: Supervising day to day operations within the warehouse including; shipping, receiving, repair and overhaul (R&O) and kitting Monitoring and coaching process, policy and procedural adherence Lead daily scheduling of activities and resource planning Troubleshoot arising issues within the team and report as appropriate Aid in the achievement of metrics through process improvement to support functional delivery objectives
• Be the boots-on-the-ground point of contact between supervisory and warehouse team.
• Provide on-the-floor coaching, development, instruction, direction and guidance.
• Lead with a focus on the Babcock Home Safe Everyday culture.
• Support in the administration of inventory management, purchase orders, and other warehouse and supply chain activities
• Support waterfront/project delivery teams to resolve material availability issues through stakeholder engagement
• Maintain effective document and records management system (electronic and hard copy filing, archiving) ensuring compliance with Document Control processes and effective data management
• Assist in the management of key improvement initiatives, including the refinement of processes and procedures
• Perform other duties as reasonably assigned to support business needs

The ideal candidate brings:

• A minimum of five years of relevant Warehouse experience;
• Preference for two years experience in a lead or supervisory role
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Leadership experience and provide an attitude that thrives under pressure and your time management and prioritization skills are outstanding
• Proven organizational and record keeping skills, and demonstrated exceptional attention-to-detail
• Experience in SharePoint considered an asset
• The ability to manage performance through coaching and feedback
• A track record of identifying and implementing process solutions to increase efficiencies
• Demonstrated good judgment and a quality first mindset
• Strong interpersonal skills and a professional attitude
• Experience working with the Canadian Department of National Defence (DND) and/or Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is an asset
• You are eligible for a Canadian Secret Security and ITAR Clearance

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability, and conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

Babcock Canada acknowledges that the land on which we operate across Canada is the unceded territory of Indigenous Peoples. We are grateful to work, live, and play as guests on these lands and are committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with Indigenous Peoples.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.