Stores Officer

Stores Officer

Full Time
Suffolk

Permanent
13.50 per hour

Our client is currently recruiting a Depot & Stores Officer in the Suffolk area. We are looking for candidates who have previously worked in a similar position.

We are seeking a committed individual to join our team as a Depot and Stores Officer. In this role, you'll work closely with our maintenance and capital works teams to ensure that all materials, tools, and equipment needed for street lighting, signage, and associated electrical systems are readily available and well-maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

As a depot and stores officer, you will:

• Manage and oversee the daily operations of the depot and stores, ensuring all materials and equipment are properly stored and maintained and distributed to the sites.
• Managing the warranty of materials, checking and returning faulty elements.
• Coordinate the distribution and inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies to support street lighting and electrical maintenance projects.
• Conduct regular stock checks and maintain accurate records of inventory levels.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to reorder supplies as needed and ensure timely availability of materials.
• Ensure that all depot activities comply with Health and Safety regulations.
• Support the maintenance and capital teams by providing necessary equipment for testing, installation, and repair work.
• Assist in the preparation and organisation of materials for new installations and routine maintenance tasks.
• Handle any additional duties required to ensure smooth depot operations and successful project completion.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

To excel in this role, you should have:

• A strong understanding of inventory management and warehouse operations.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations, particularly in a depot environment.
• A valid driving license.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong collaborative and communication abilities.
• A proactive attitude with the initiative to identify and address potential issues.

Requirements

While not mandatory, the following certifications and competencies are advantageous:

• ECS Test completion (Desirable but not essential)
• First Aid certification (Desirable but not essential)
• Full & clean driving licence
• Experience in stores or depot management, especially related to street lighting or electrical systems. (Desirable but not essential)

What we offer

In return we offer an opportunity to work on some of the UKs most exciting construction projects, in a fast-paced environment where each day brings new challenges as well as a competitive salary and benefits package. We will always consider flexible working hours and arrangements.

• 20 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Competitive salary