SUPPLY CHAIN

Rocket Lab’s Supply Chain team is responsible for the flow of all materials, products, and components through the business. With many of our own products functioning as critical components to our own and our customers’ missions, the Supply Chain team has a direct impact on the success of our rocket and satellite programs. They set up the assembly kits that enables our technicians to put together our Electron rockets, manage inventory, look after shipping and receiving, manage direct and indirect procurement, and inspect and ensure that all of our materials and products are compliant and up to standard. They are the chain that links our teams together, and are critical to our success.

DRIVER/LOGISTICS SUPPORT

Based onsite at Rocket Lab’s Propulsion Test Complex just outside of Auckland in Waikato, the Driver/Logistics Support will have the opportunity to support the smooth flow of materials and supplies across the supply chain, ensuring inventory accuracy and availability. In this role, you will work on transportation, inventory management, and site support tasks to meet operational demands and maintain efficiency. To be successful in this role, you must be highly organized, proactive, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Join a driven team of pioneers relentlessly tackling challenging projects, delivering on the impossible, and making an impact on the future of space!

WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO:

• Transport goods, supplies, and equipment between PTC, APC, MTC, and other locations as required.
• Handle urgent deliveries and collections, ensuring high-priority items are delivered promptly.
• Coordinate with the Logistics and Inventory Assistant to fulfill transport requests efficiently.
• Ensure safe handling and transport of all items, including compliance with Dangerous Goods (DG) regulations.
• Restock pantry supplies, snacks, and beverages as needed.
• Assist with collection and putting away of shopping and deliveries for the PTC site.
• Support meal coordination tasks, including collecting and distributing meals when required.
• Assist with general site tasks, such as moving equipment or supplies around the facility.
• Support commodity fills on-site (cryogenic and fuel), including early starts for 5 a.m. deliveries.
• Maintain warehouse organization and cleanliness in accordance with 5S principles.
• Assist with cycle counting and stocktaking to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Prepare and deliver kits for production and testing activities.
• Help maintain stock levels for consumables, tools, and equipment across the PTC site.
• Ensure proper receipting and put-away of inwards goods in collaboration with the Logistics and Inventory Assistant.
• Facilitate material handling and movements to ensure real-time inventory consumption tracking.
• Follow all health and safety policies and procedures, including compliance with Dangerous Goods (DG) handling and transport.
• Report any near misses, accidents, or safety concerns promptly.
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) during all tasks.
• Perform other duties as reasonably required.

YOU’LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Full Class One driver’s license, with the ability to drive a manual shift vehicle.
• Forklift license or the ability to acquire one.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar position.
• Understanding of ERP systems, with the ability to quickly master Rocket Lab’s ERP system.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work productively without direct supervision, demonstrating a methodical and systematic approach.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships in a demanding, customer-focused environment.
• Experience working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines, with flexibility to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
• Reliable and willing to work extra hours when required.
• Strong team player with a proactive attitude and a commitment to delivering results.

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• 2+ years of experience in a stores environment, including handling both inwards and outwards goods.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, automotive, or aviation industries.

BUILDING ELECTRON AT ROCKET LAB:

Rocket Lab’s Electron team is responsible for building, testing, and launching our Electron rocket across our launch sites and test facilities in the United States and New Zealand. Electron is one of the world’s most frequently-launched rockets, is the fastest commercial launch to reach 56 launches in the world! The team behind its success are diligent, move fast, and have each others’ back to deliver a reliable rocket to the launch pad time and time again.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

The Propulsion Technician team works closely with engineering and production teams to achieve the highest product quality and safety standards for Electron propulsion.

Propulsion Technicians receive engines and components from Production departments and complete the final assembly, testing and any maintenance activities require for those engines at the Test Complex.

Testing involves acceptance, qualification and sometimes development testing for the Rutherford engines, Curie engines and Electron stages. In addition to testing, facility infrastructure work is required from time to time to support maintenance, upgrades and contributions to new projects.

Propulsion Technicians are given a primary responsibility in one of three WorkCentre’s (Engine Test, Stage Test or Propulsion Assembly) and cross functional collaboration is in support of another WorkCentre as agreed with Management.

As a Technician, you will be hands on, working with tools, equipment and/or facilities to build, launch or test Rocket Lab launch vehicles or components. Your responsibilities contribute to the overall production and launch schedule.

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Trade qualified and must be able to demonstrate 4+ years of relevant industry experience
• Proven industry experience with mechanical and electrical production or maintenance activities
• Capable of following a process without fault and show an impeccable attention to detail
• Have a good level of eyesight and be able to inspect assemblies to a high workmanship standard
• Experienced working with PPE and safety processes on/in hazardous equipment and environments
• Experienced working in clean room environments including oxygen service cleanliness
• Able to quickly identify and communicate deviations and has an eye for continuous improvement
• Appropriate trade certificate in Mechanical or Electrical assembly

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• The ability to work effectively in a team environment as well as autonomously
• Able to read, understand and follow manufacturing instructions and drawings
• A high work ethic, always seeking more responsibility. Able to work long hours if required
• Takes initiative & remains calm under pressure
• Computer literate, and comfortable using smartphones and tablets

If you would like to know more or receive a full position description apply now! All applications are considered and reviewed.