Inventory Controller (Belawan & Medan)

Inventory Controller – Marine Safety Equipment

The Inventory Controller for Marine Safety Equipment is responsible for managing and monitoring Life Saving Appliances (LSA) and Fire Fighting Appliances (FFA) inventory on vessels. This role conducts equipment inspections, monitors equipment condition and validity, coordinates vendor inspection and servicing activities, and maintains accurate inventory and inspection records.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and regularly update LSA/FFA inventory data and checklists for vessels.
• Conduct initial inspections to verify the quantity, condition, location, completeness, and validity of marine safety equipment.
• Monitor EEBD (Emergency Escape Breathing Device), SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus), pyrotechnic equipment (flare/smoke signals), and other LSA/FFA equipment.
• Track expiry dates, certificates, inspection/service due dates, and servicing or replacement requirements.
• Prepare inventory and initial inspection reports and follow up on identified discrepancies or equipment requirements.
• Verify approved inspection/repair requests before vendor work commences.
• Accompany vendors on board during inspection, servicing, and repair of LSA/FFA equipment.
• Review vendor inspection findings and recommendations against initial inspection results and actual equipment conditions.
• Ensure vendor work is completed according to the approved scope of work and prepare the required supporting records/reports.
• Coordinate with vessels, Purchasing, vendors, and related departments to follow up on inspection, repair, servicing, and replacement requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum Diploma/Bachelor's Degree (D3/S1), preferably in Engineering, Maritime, Nautical/Marine Engineering, Logistics, or related fields.
• Experience in marine/shipping, vessel inventory, LSA/FFA, or marine safety equipment is preferred.
• Good understanding of LSA and FFA equipment, including EEBD, SCBA, pyrotechnic equipment, and other vessel safety equipment.
• Able to inspect and verify equipment specifications, quantity, physical condition, expiry dates, certificates, and service/inspection status.
• Able to review inspection reports, checklists, and vendor recommendations against actual equipment conditions.
• Good skills in inventory control, documentation, reporting, and data accuracy.
• Detail-oriented with good analytical skills, particularly in identifying inventory and inspection discrepancies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel formula.
• Good communication and coordination skills, with willingness to work on board vessels and accompany vendors during inspections or servicing activities.
• Willing to work across Belawan and Medan offices based on operational requirements