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Purchasing Officer

Australia • Mount Thorley, New South Wales 2330, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Experience in purchasing or store administration, including purchase order creation and supplier communication.
  • Experience updating and maintaining supplier and inventory data in an ERP system.
  • Experience coordinating freight bookings and providing dispatch support.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Internship

Description

Purchasing Officer | Hedweld Engineering – Mount Thorley, NSW

Hedweld Engineering is a proud family owned and world renowned regional Australian innovator and manufacturer. Hedweld has been producing world leading products for the mining sector globally for over 40 years, known for our Trilift range of component handling equipment and our Safe-Away range of access systems.

We are currently seeking a Purchasing Officer to join our Purchasing and Store team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in within a supportive and forward-thinking business.

What You’ll Be Doing:

In this role, you will support purchasing, inventory and administrative functions including:

  • Assisting with purchase order creation and supplier communication
  • Updating and maintaining supplier and inventory data in our ERP system
  • Coordinating freight bookings and dispatch support
  • Helping to reconcile deliveries and follow up discrepancies
  • Filing, document control and data entry support for the Purchasing and Stores team
  • Contributing to stocktake processes and the accurate maintenance of inventory records

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
  • A team player with good communication and time management
  • Strong computer literacy – previous experience within purchasing or Store Administration
  • Willingness to learn, take direction and work safely in a manufacturing environment

What’s in it for you

  • This is a full-time permanent opportunity, providing stability and long-term prospects.
  • Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility provides a cutting-edge work environment.
  • Stay fit and healthy with our fully equipped gym facilities onsite.
  • This role offers you the opportunity to expand your knowledge and broaden your experience in the manufacturing industry.
  • We value continuous growth, and ongoing training opportunities will be available to further develop your skills.

As part of the recruitment process suitable applicants will be required to attend a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

Company Overview

We are a proud family owned and world renowned regional Australian innovator and manufacturer. Innovation at Hedweld is fuelled by the need to design and manufacture safer, more efficient products and services. Hedweld has established itself as a world leader in the design and manufacture of mining equipment, advanced manufacturing solutions and agricultural innovations. Established in 1980, the Hedweld Group of Companies now consists of Hedweld Engineering Pty Ltd, Hedweld USA Inc., and Mecensol Pty Ltd. Hedweld is best known for its Trilift® range of workshop component handling equipment and the Safe-Away® range of access systems. Hedweld designs, manufactures, markets and distributes these technologically advanced, innovative products specifically for the mining and earthmoving industries. Milbrotec® agricultural innovations have been driven by desire to find safer, better ways to work on the land. Hedweld’s metal processing plant houses some of the world’s most technologically advanced machinery. Metal processing services are available to other Australian manufacturers to help them remain price competitive.