Materials Controller 6-Month Fixed Term Contract (Chester)

Caf Rail Uk; Chester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Excellent workplace pension

Health care cash plan

Bike2Work scheme

Professional Sponsorship scheme

Flexible Working policy

Family Friendly culture

Volunteer days

Tree-planting

Company donation drives

Support to homeless/refugees

Job summary

CAF Rail UK in Chester is seeking a Materials Controller to run the stores department, managing materials movement and storage, and coordinating logistics with project teams.

You will maintain material logs, monitor stock levels, and ensure data accuracy in the system, enabling reliable supply for multiple departments. This role requires shift work and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar materials/ stores role.
• Strong computer literacy with ERP and stock control tools.
• Valid driver’s license and numeracy/literacy skills (English/Maths).

Responsibilities

• Run a well organised stores department for materials movement and storage.
• Coordinate logistics with key stakeholders and project teams.
• Maintain material logs and monitor stock levels for accuracy.

Skills

Stock control

Logistics

Materials planning

ERP experience

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Company: CAF Rail UK

Location: CHESTER, GB

ABOUT CAF

Innovation is in our DNA - we thrive on pushing boundaries and adapting to new challenges with a flexible approach. Proud to be a global leader, our fast-paced growth provides exciting opportunities for our team and the community.

Committed to maintaining trains and trams, our mission is to enhance vehicle safety and reliability. Our ultimate goal is to deliver a comfortable, dependable, and sustainable commuting experience for all passengers.

Based out of multiple locations across the UK, our 24/7 operation means we’re always on hand to deliver reliable technical support. Utilising the latest digital technology, we strive to enhance dependability, helping people to get to where they need to be!

We wouldn’t be where we are without our people. Working together as a team, we strive to achieve great things while supporting each other to thrive along the way. We’re going places, so become part of our exciting journey.

What can you expect from CAF?

• Positive Work Environment: You will work in a positive environment, based on mutual respect and team spirit.
• Professional Development: Our projects are often measured in years, sometimes decades, giving you and the organisation a future.
• Learning and Autonomy: We will encourage you to work autonomously, being able to propose and decide 'what' and 'how'.
• Security and Reliability: CAF has been working for over 100 years on a path that stretches into the future, giving you the security you need.
• Cutting-edge technology: You will work with the latest technologies, facing the challenge of devising innovative approaches and solutions every day.

What will be your role in the company?

If you possess excellent communication skills, are highly organised, and have a keen eye for detail, we need you on our team. You'll work with us to run a well organised stores department, handling materials movement and storage via streamlined processing, ensuring seamless coordination of logistics with key stakeholders. You will be at the core of our materials operations, communicating with customers and project teams regarding materials transactions, inquiries, stock inspections and audits.

As a valued member of the team, you will be responsible for maintaining material logs, monitoring stock levels, and ensuring the accuracy of system information to deliver quality and precise data. Your expertise as Materials Controller is crucial to multiple departments within the company, enabling you to provide support and offer assistance with materials planning and control as required. If you excel working in a fast-paced environment, can adapt to change, and are motivated to deliver results, then this position is ideal for you.

What salary will you be paid for this role?

As a Real Living Wage Employer, we are proud to pay competitively at CAF. For this role you will be offered a salary in the region of £40,000 per annum as you will be required to work shifts.

What will make you successful in this position?

Success in this role requires prior experience in a similar position, and the ability to demonstrate strong computer skills, particularly with past exposure to ERP and logistic/ stock control system s. You hold a valid driver's license and can demonstrate good numeracy and literacy, having attained standard grade 3 (or equivalent) in English and Maths. Being adaptable, independent, and proactive is also essential for this position. You will be required to work shifts as part of this role.

ABOUT WHAT WE OFFER

A Real Living Wage employer and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, RSSB Mental Health Charter and Women in Rail EDI Charter, we’ve a lot to shout about at CAF.

• 25 days annual leave
• excellent workplace pension scheme (with up to 10% contribution from us)
• generous health care cash plan
• Bike2Work scheme
• Professional Sponsorship scheme
• Flexible Working policy
• Family Friendly culture
• paid volunteering days
• tree-planting
• company-wide donation drives
• providing support to the homeless community and refugees