Material Handler

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Worley Canada Construction is a leader in industrial construction across Alberta and western Canada. Our employees build exciting careers in fabrication, modularization, field installation, and professional support services for some of the world’s most challenging energy, infrastructure, and industrial projects.

Worley Canada Construction is currently seeking Material Handlers to support field execution at a project site in Edmonton, AB for days and nights shift.

The Material Handler is responsible for the safe and efficient execution of day-to-day material handling activities on site. This role performs the physical receiving, inspection, movement, storage, and delivery of materials to support construction activities. The Material Handler ensures materials are properly identified, documented, and handled in accordance with project requirements.

Working under the direction of the Lead Material Handler and in coordination with the Materials Controller, this role is critical to ensuring materials are safely managed and available to support construction execution.

Work Conditions

• Site-based role on a project site in Edmonton, AB.
• Monday – Friday, 48 hours per week.
• Local candidates only.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence required.

Key Accountability Areas

Safety & Safe Work Practices

• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and pre-job discussions
• Complete and follow Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs) prior to performing work
• Perform all tasks in accordance with site safety rules, procedures, and approved safe work practices
• Use required PPE, tools, and equipment properly at all times
• Immediately report hazards, unsafe conditions, near misses, or incidents

Material Receiving & Inspection (Execution)

• Escort deliveries onto site and support driver orientation and load acceptance processes
• Complete load assessments and assist with safe unloading of materials
• Perform physical inspection of materials for unacceptable, overage, shortage, and damaged conditions (UOSD)
• Accurately record and document discrepancies, including marking packing slips and capturing supporting information (e.g., photos)
• Create and initiate UOSD records in accordance with project procedures
• Execute material receipt transactions in the material management system (e.g., SiteSense) as directed

Material Handling & Movement

• Receive, unload, and move materials safely within laydown and storage areas
• Pick, stage, and deliver materials to workfaces in accordance with planned construction requirements
• Coordinate material movements with the Lead Material Handler and site priorities
• Support handling of oversized, heavy, or sensitive materials using approved methods

Storage, Identification & Traceability

• Store materials in designated laydown and storage areas in accordance with site plans
• Ensure materials are properly marked, tagged, and identifiable at all times
• Verify & confirm physical heat numbers received align with system pre-entry, if applicable
• Maintain clear separation and organization of materials to support traceability and retrieval
• Execute standard preservation activities and support complex preservation activities as required to maintain material condition
• Maintain accurate physical tracking of material locations

Systems & Documentation

• Use tablets or digital systems to support receiving, tracking, and material movement activities
• Accurately capture and record receiving information, including supporting documentation
• Ensure packing slips and documentation are complete and submitted in accordance with procedures
• Support the Materials Controller by ensuring physical transactions and documentation are complete and accurate

Experience

• 3–5 years’ experience in construction material handling or receiving
• Trade certification or background is an asset
• Experience working in industrial construction environments is preferred
• Familiarity with material handling processes, documentation, and receiving practices
• Experience using digital tools or tablets for material tracking is an asset
• Equipment operation experience (e.g., forklift, telehandler) is an asset
• Ability to work safely in active construction and outdoor environments

Success looks like:

• Safe execution of all material handling activities
• Accurate identification and documentation of material discrepancies
• Organized and traceable material storage and laydown areas
• Timely and efficient movement of materials to support construction
• Strong alignment with Lead Material Handler direction and project priorities

Moving forward together

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. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

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.