Materials Controller RequiredWould you like to make a difference?Are you looking to take a step up from your current Stores role?If YES, then this opportunity may be for you.Due to internal staff movements, we are looking for a skilled/experienced Materials Controller to start at the end of January, early February 2025. This would allow for an informal handover of the reigns and provide time for the new Materials Controller to get settled and enjoy a comfortable introduction to the business.Based in Leeds, this role will start on a 2-week, day shift to allow for induction and familiarisation before progressing to a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern, 07.00 - 19.00 and 10.00 - 22.00. There may be a future change to 2days, 2 nights, 4 off so anyone applying for this opportunity should be prepared to work nightsWorking in a Locomotive Maintenance Depot has its own excitement but requires the successful candidates to have a healthy appreciation for Health and Safety. The Depot are justifiably proud of their excellent safety record which is testimony to the excellent attitude of the staff and visitors at the Depot.The Depot and staff offer up an excellent working environment with plenty of parking and excellent well-maintained facilitiesThe company requires the job holder to further enrich our culture by embracing our values and behaviours. With these in mind, the key responsibilities are:Core Responsibilities 1. Day to Day processing of all Material functions at the VMF including but not exclusive to issuing components to vehicles in both physical form and in AMS, consumable stock checks, ordering fuel and PPE checks. 2. Receiving Goods In as required. Ensure all goods are receipted in both AMS and eProcurement.3. Manage all Materials requests from other Depots for Material, including the booking of couriers and transferring of material on AMS as required.4. Repairable & Core material processing, including all paperwork required for Suppliers.5. Participate in quarterly stock counts including physical counts and administration tasks. 6. Liaise with suppliers as required.7. Any other Ad Hoc tasks as requested.Experience and Knowledge RequiredExperience in a Materials role in an engineering environmentStrong communication skillsGood AMS and eProcurement system knowledge and understandingUnderstanding of Business UK Purchasing PolicyQualifications and TrainingAMS Internal trainingBusiness Ethics TrainingThis role offers an attractive starting salary of £29,539.00 whilst under probation, rising to £30,426.00 on successful completion of probation.Additionally, there is an outstanding benefits package and healthy annual holiday allowancePlease note that to be successful, if offered, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a rail related medical and drug & alcohol test plus successfully complete a Basic Security Clearance checkNOTE: The business has a strict zero tolerance policy to anyone being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol. Anyone failing these standards will be disciplined which may lead to dismissal
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Shorterm Group
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 17 days
Leeds, West Yorkshire LS14 1DZ
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- A Materials Controller is required for a role starting in early February 2025, offering an attractive starting salary of £29,539.00, which increases to £30,426.00 upon successful completion of probation.
- Candidates should have experience in a Materials role within an engineering environment and strong communication skills.
- The position involves processing material functions, managing stock, liaising with suppliers, and participating in stock counts.
- The role will initially involve a 2-week day shift for induction, transitioning to a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern, with potential night shifts in the future.
- Applicants must be prepared to undergo a rail-related medical, drug and alcohol test, and a Basic Security Clearance check as part of the hiring process.
