Material Handler

Job Description - Material Handler (EDM01P3)Management Level:Manager:

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Summary

Worley Canada Construction is a leader in industrial construction in Alberta and western Canada. Our employees enjoy exciting careers in fabrication, modularization, field installation, and professional support services for some of world's most challenging heavy-oil facilities, gas plants, power-stations, and other industrial projects.

The Material Handler is responsible for the safe execution of day‑to‑day material handling activities on industrial construction projects. Working under the direction of the Lead Material Handler, this role supports receiving, unloading, staging, storage, preservation, and delivery of materials to support construction activities.

The Material Handler is expected to actively participate in front‑line safety processes, follow approved safe work practices, and ensure materials are handled, stored, and identified in accordance with project requirements.

Work Conditions

• Site‑based role on a major industrial construction project in Edmonton, Alberta.
• Shift and schedule rotation as defined by the project.
• Travel and LOA are not provided – local candidates only.
• Must hold a valid driver’s licence and have reliable transportation.
• Required to work outdoors and in active construction areas.
• May be required to operate or coordinate material handling equipment (., forklift, telehandler, cranes) if qualified and authorised.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Safe Work Practices

• Participates in toolbox talks and daily safety meetings related to material handling activities.
• Completes and follows Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs) prior to performing work.
• Performs assigned tasks in accordance with approved safe work practices, site safety rules, and procedures.
• Uses required PPE, tools, and equipment properly at all times.
• Immediately reports hazards, unsafe conditions, near misses, or incidents to the Lead Material Handler.

Material Receiving & Handling

• Escorts deliveries onto site and conducts driver orientations and load assessments as required.
• Assists with unloading, staging, and movement of materials in accordance with site plans and instructions.
• Performs physical inspections of incoming materials to identify overages, shortages, or damage (UOSD).
• Reviews shipping documentation and identifies missing or deficient paperwork.
• Takes photographs during receiving and handling activities as required.

Storage, Preservation & Housekeeping

• Stores materials in designated laydown or storage areas in accordance with manufacturer and project requirements.
• Assists with material preservation activities as directed.
• Ensures materials are clearly identified, labelled, and traceable.
• Maintains tidy, organized laydown and storage areas in accordance with site housekeeping standards.

Systems & Documentation

• Assists with creation and updating of MRRs, delivery records, UOSD reports, photographs, and location information in the project materials management system.
• Accurately tracks and updates material locations as materials are moved or issued.
• Uses tablets or digital tools as required to support materials management processes.

Construction Support

• Picks and delivers materials to support work packages and work‑face requirements as directed.
• Coordinates with the Lead Material Handler to ensure materials are available when and where required.
• Supports surplus material handling and demobilization activities during project close‑out as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

·1-3 years experience in construction material handling or receiving preferred.

·Familiarity with material shipping documents and quality records.

·Ability and willingness to use digital tools (tablet‑based systems, material tracking software).

·Experience with SiteSense, Jovix, or similar systems considered an asset.

·Equipment operation experience (forklift, telehandler, zoom boom) considered an asset.

·Prior experience on industrial construction projects preferred.

Attention Staffing & Recruitment Agencies: Worley Canada Construction will not pay fees for recruitment activities related to the hiring or placement of a candidate unless a written service agreement has been established and executed between a duly authorized representative of Worley Canada Construction and the recruitment/placement firm. In addition, to qualify for recruitment fees, all candidate resumes must be submitted to Worley Canada Construction through our Human Resources Recruitment department. Resumes sent to our individual department heads without the express written approval of the recruitment department will be ineligible for a fee.

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.