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Stores Controller - Keep Our Operations Moving!
Location: Orpington MSP
Contract: Secondment Opportunity
Contract & Salary: Will depend on current contract (IMC19 - £36633, or Standard Maintenance Contract £38482)
A Rare Opportunity to Join Our Logistics Team
We have an exciting opportunity for a Stores Controller to support our Logistics Team by managing the day-to-day running of our stores.
If you're returning to the workplace after a break or simply looking for flexibility in your working hours, this role could be perfect for you. All you need is:
A valid driving licence
Strong organisational skills
An aptitude for administration and keeping things tidy
There will be some lifting and carrying involved, so a reasonable level of fitness is required-but don't worry, you'll have the support of a great team.
What You'll Do
You'll be responsible for controlling and coordinating the procurement, storage, issue/return, and recycling of plant, tools, equipment, and materials for the Infrastructure Maintenance group-ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Work safely and in accordance with Safe Systems of Work , method statements, and company procedures.
- Coordinate the procurement, processing, receiving, issuing, returning, and recycling of all plant, materials, and equipment.
- Monitor and replenish stock levels (including vehicle-based items) across all locations, maintaining cost control and efficiency.
- Check that plant, tools, equipment, and materials are fit for use and stored/disposed of correctly.
- Provide quarantine facilities for items not fit for purpose and arrange replacements.
- Maintain safe and tidy store/stock locations.
- Produce and maintain accurate records for stock, materials, plant, tools, and equipment.
- Contribute to your own development and support the growth of others.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Hold and retain competencies relevant to the role as required by business needs.
- Ideally hold (or be working towards) NVQ Level 1 (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
- Full driving licence and willingness to drive vehicles as required.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on critical telecoms infrastructure, develop leadership skills, and progress your career within Network Rail.
Why you'll love it here
Perks That Pack a Punch:
- We offer excellent benefits, including:
- Generous annual leave (28 days plus statutory days), with the option to buy/sell days.
- Defined benefit pension scheme.
- 75% subsidy on rail and underground season tickets.
- Up to 75% off leisure travel.
- Volunteer leave to make a positive impact.
- Carer's leave to support those who matter.
- Healthcare Scheme, GymPass discounts, Cycle to work plus more.
- We offer generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave to support our employees.
Plus, more....
We're All About Inclusion
We believe diversity drives innovation. Whoever you are, however you identify, wherever you're from - if you've got the skills and the spark, we want you on our team. No suits required. Just bring your authentic self.
As part of the application process, you'll be asked to complete your three-year employment history and upload your CV.
Network Rail is a Disability Confident Leader and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles. You can visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. .
Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do. Safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should demonstrate your personal dedication to safety on your application.
All prospective candidates will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.
Ready to take control and keep our operations running smoothly? Apply now and join a team that values organisation, efficiency, and teamwork!
