Asset Management Assistant & Courier

Networking Women in the Fire Service; Westcott; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government fire service is seeking a reliable self-motivated individual for a courier/administrator position. The role involves supporting the Asset Management team with daily tasks including organising requisitions and delivering stock items. Applicants should have basic Microsoft skills, a full UK driving license, and be able to work independently. This is a part-time permanent position with flexible working options and good employee benefits.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Good annual leave entitlement

Employee benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health

Onsite gym facilities

Qualifications

• Must have a full valid UK driving license.
• Knowledge of manual handling is required.
• Willingness to become a Counterbalance Lift Truck operator is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support the Asset team with daily tasks.
• Organise requisitions and prepare orders.
• Deliver stores and stock items to stations.

Skills

Basic skills in use of Microsoft Word

Basic skills in use of Excel

Basic skills in use of Outlook

Good written and verbal communication

Ability to organise own workload

Education

Full valid UK driving license

Manual Handling Awareness

Counterbalance Lift Truck operator (or willingness to achieve)

Job description

Overview

Closing Date: 8 October 2025

Salary: £15,280 – £15,728 a year

The Technical team are looking for a reliable self-motivated individual to join our team as a courier / administrator.

About Us

Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service serves a population of more than 800,000 in the Southeast of England. Around 400 firefighters operate from 19 fire stations from the outskirts of London to the South Midlands. We employ around 100 specialist support staff, from ICT to fire prevention. We are a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us? Find out more about us and our values at www.bucksfire.gov.uk/join-us/

Our Service is only as good as its people. When our employees are engaged and supported, our Service thrives. This why we support flexible and hybrid working.

About the Role

The Asset Management Assistant will support the Asset team with daily tasks helping to ensure the department runs effectively, efficiently and be flexible in their approach to meet the requirements of the technical work streams, including organising requisitions, preparing orders / requisitions, delivering stores and stock items to stations.

About You

We are looking for a self-motivated individual who can organise their own day, working on their own initiative.

Experience and Qualifications Required

Qualifications & Training:

• Full valid UK driving license
• Manual Handling Awareness
• Counterbalance Lift Truck (Forklift) operator (or willingness to achieve)

Skills & Knowledge:

• Basic skills in use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good written and verbal communication
• Ability to organise own workload

The Package

• Permanent Contract
• Part Time
• 24-hour week (3 days a week)
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Good annual leave entitlement
• Employee benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health
• Onsite gym facilities

Anything Else you Need to Know

How to Apply

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from people of any colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability are welcome. If there are any adaptions or adjustments, we can make to help you in your application, or with our recruitment process, please contact us via e-mail or telephone.

Everyone who works with us is required to have a DBS check. If you have any queries or concerns regarding this, please contact [e-mail].

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Abatement and Protected Pension

If you are in receipt of a Firefighter’s pension, before taking up employment with Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Fire Authority you are required to notify Human Resources as Abatement Rules may apply.