Inventory Controller - Nunavut Remote Camp Setting

WHO ARE WE? 

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent of North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. That’s something we’re truly proud of. 

Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description

WHAT’S THE JOB?

Reporting to the Supervisor/Chef, the Storekeeper/Inventory Controller is responsible for the effective management of all materials and inventory across on-site and off-site locations. This includes receiving, storing, tracking, and controlling supplies related to food, beverages, chemicals, maintenance, janitorial, housekeeping, and commissary services.

This position is ideally suited for individuals with a background in hospitality or food and beverage, especially those with experience in cost control, inventory management, and supply chain coordination in hotels, camps, or remote operations. The Storekeeper plays a crucial role in supporting day-to-day operations in a remote Arctic mining environment, ensuring efficiency, cost awareness, and service excellence. This position requires fly-in/fly-out travel to the project site in Baffin Nunavut, with potential for weather-related delays or logistical challenges.

The position involves a remote work lifestyle in a Baffin Nunavut camp setting with the following working conditions and amenities:

• All meals and shared accommodations are provided 
• Travel is provided to and from the site locations from a designated hub location in Edmonton, AB
• Access to Wi-Fi 
• Access to laundry facilities and detergents 
• Access to a gym and common areas 
• Requires the operation of pallet jacks and the movement of heavy inventory safely using manual and mechanical jacks. 
• Manual movement of food and other product for the majority of a 12 hour shift in outdoor conditions in all weather conditions.
• Extended periods away from home; rotational schedule required.
• Must comply with all safety and sanitation standards established by the client and company.

Your work will include:

• As a Inventory Controller, you will provide daily support to the Kitchen team by completing daily inventory tracking and picking from outside storage facilities. 
• Work with the Kitchen team to deliver meal/sandwiches to offsite catering facilities, complete the production sheet, and conduct a temperature check of catering coolers/fridges. 
• Conduct daily temperature monitoring of Inventory storage facilities, and report to Supervisor/Chef when maintenance is required. 
• Identify and promptly address any safety issues that may be found in Inventory storage facilities and report to Supervisor/Chef when further maintenance is required. 
• Identify and report any damaged items that needs to be discarded. 
• Coordinate and facilitate access to all items in Inventory facilities by condensing and organising Inventory, conducting inventory counts as directed by your Supervisor/Chef. 
• Stocking shelves, coolers, and freezers inside the Kitchen storage areas with product brought in from outside storage areas. 
• Take care of inside kitchen storage organisation, back dry storage, freezers, and coolers. 
• Collaborate with Kitchen team and chef to ensure consistency and accuracy of inventory reporting and administration. 
• Conduct weekly in-house inventory count reported to Chef. 
• Lead outside storage facilities physical inventory counts, as required. 
• Lead with receiving new product, delivery manifests, Storage facilities layout/ organization. 
• Assist Maintenance team with Sea container area snow removal and accessibility. 
• Ensure that all sea containers are properly close and report it when further maintenance is

Physical Demands:

• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Climb ladders and stairs
• Stand, walk, squat, kneel or sit according to task for extended lengths of time
• Perform repetitive hand work requiring full use of both hands
• Work with arms above shoulder height
• Requires the operation of pallet jacks and the movement of heavy inventory safely using manual and mechanical jacks. 
• Manual movement of food and other product for the majority of a 12 hour shift in outdoor conditions in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

The successful candidate will possess the following required skills and abilities:

• Fluent in English
• A valid driver license & valid skid steer training 
• Skid Steer certificate/experience or similar 
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skill 
• A positive, enthusiastic, and empathetic attitude. 
• A willingness to learn and understand the Kitchen inventory system. 
• A flexible and adaptable approach to work in different settings and situations.
• This position requires lifting, carrying, and moving heavy objects and equipment. 
• The candidate will have strong organizational skills. 
• The candidate is willing and able to perform general lodge maintenance as required. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position requires travel to various locations on site 
• This position may involve working in outdoor in extreme cold or rainy conditions 
• This position may require working in confined spaces 

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Enjoy excellent work-life balance with a 3 week on/3 week off rotation
• Ability to expand skills in a large camp atmosphere 
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader

Work schedule and remuneration:

Inventory Controllers  work on a rotational schedule of 3 weeks on/3 weeks off. Site locations are in remote settings, requiring either air travel to site, or via ground on our shuttle. You may be required to work nights, weekdays, weekends, and general holidays. Wages are paid on an hourly basis and include a starting rate of $21.25.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

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