SKA Mid - Inventory & Logistics Officer
The SKA Observatory (SKAO) is a next-generation radio astronomy facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics. Enabled by cutting-edge technology, it promises to have a major impact on society, in science and beyond.
In South Africa, the SKAO is collaborating with SARAO to operate and support the construction of the mid frequency telescope (SKA-Mid) in remote Karoo region.
The SKA-Mid Inventory and Logistics Officer is responsible for establishing, managing and improving the warehousing and logistics at the SKA-Mid facilities at Science Operations Centre (SOC) in Cape Town and the Engineering Operations Centre (EOC) in Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape. Frequent travel between the two sites will be required. The SKA-Mid Inventory and Logistics Officer will be responsible for managing and controlling the engineering materials, spare parts and maintenance consumables inventory and the engineering purchasing workflow. The primary goal is to maximize equipment reliability, availability and maintainability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Inventory Management
- Logistics Management
- Warehouse Management
- Collaboration with maintenance teams
- Documentation and record keeping
- Maintenance Planning
- Field Technical Support
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