Materials Controller

PiLON Ltd; Watford, City Of London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company is hiring a Materials Controller in Watford to manage material handling for refurbishment projects. The ideal candidate has experience with construction materials, excellent communication and organizational skills, and is physically fit. This full-time position offers a salary between £29,000 to £32,000 depending on experience, with additional benefits including 23 days of holiday and training opportunities.

Benefits

23 days of holiday per year

Up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendations

Significant savings on daily shopping

Team socials and friendly colleagues

Annual training budget

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with construction materials used in property refurbishment.
• Self-motivated and able to collaborate effectively with various teams.
• Access to a vehicle (preferred) and flexibility to travel to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and unpacking material deliveries, inspecting for accuracy and damage.
• Managing material handling, including loading, unloading, and transporting items.
• Maintaining accurate records of materials issued and received.
• Conducting monthly inventories to ensure proper stock control.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Organization skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Prioritization skills

Tools

CSCS card

Basic software for record-keeping

Job description

Location: Watford, Northwest London

Salary: £29,000 to £32,000, depending on experience

Contract type:Permanent, full-time role

Do you have experience as a Material Controller or Construction Store person, and are you seeking a new opportunity? PiLON is hiring for a Materials Controller role to join our Kitchen & Bathroom refurbishment project in the Social Housing sector. This is a chance to be part of a dedicated community of professionals passionate about excellence and making a tangible impact.

Ideal Candidate Profile:
We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment, has a strong attention to detail, and is comfortable with physically demanding tasks. You will work closely with purchasing teams, site teams, and contract managers to ensure materials are delivered and handled effectively, and any site-related issues are promptly reported and resolved.

Main Objectives of the Materials Controller role:

• Receiving and unpacking material deliveries, inspecting for accuracy and damage
• Managing material handling, including loading, unloading, and transporting items manually or with pallet trucks
• Sending out materials to teams on-site
• Maintaining accurate records of materials issued and received
• Conducting monthly inventories to ensure proper stock control
• Safely disposing of waste materials in compliance with HSE regulations
• Collaborating with site teams to deliver services aligned with contract and company standards
• Reporting site issues to the purchasing team, site teams, or contracts managers for resolution

Do you have what it takes to become a Materials Controller at PiLON?

• Proven experience in working with construction materials used in property refurbishment
• Computer skills and proficiency in basic software for record-keeping and reporting
• Knowledge of proper inventory management
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Physical fitness to perform heavy lifting and manual handling tasks
• Self-motivated and able to collaborate effectively with various teams
• Prioritisation skills and flexibility to meet commitments and deadlines
• Organised with excellent administration skills
• Access to a vehicle (preferred) and flexibility to travel to multiple sites

Preferred Certifications(support can be provided if you don't have them yet):

• CSCS card
• Asbestos Awareness Training
• Health & Safety Awareness
• Manual Handling Training

Why work with us? Here are some of the brilliant benefits you could get as a Material Controller:

• 23 days of holiday per year, excluding Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service)
  
• Up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendations as part of our referral scheme
  
• Significant savings on daily shopping through our benefits portal
  
• A welcoming office, snacks, beverages, friendly colleagues and team socials throughout the year
  
• A supportive culture and a great team with exceptional talent and experience
  
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders support
  
• Annual training budget so you can focus on your personal and professional development and much more…

About us:

At PiLON, we're more than just a business. We are a trusted name in construction, known for our reliability and dedication to quality of work.

Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Taking our commitment to diversity seriously, we are proud members of the Black Professionals in Construction Network, a leading organisation focused on promoting inclusion in the built environment sector.

If you are driven, reliable and you aspire to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. In return, you can expect support in achieving both your personal and career aspirations, as you'll work with a team that has a strong sense of motivation and pride in what we do. Apply today for an opportunity to create lasting legacies together.