Materials & Stock Controller for Fire Testing Lab

Socotec; East Kilbride; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

United Kingdom Testing and Certification (UKTC) in East Kilbride is seeking a Stores Controller to manage material handling, storage and stock control for our Fire Testing team. You will receive, store and distribute materials, while ensuring safety and traceability across builds and tests.

The role involves operating a forklift, maintaining stock records, coordinating with suppliers, and meeting health and safety standards to support efficient testing operations.

Qualifications

• UK driving license.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Knowledge of construction materials and processes.
• Previous experience in stores, warehouse, or materials management.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and record all incoming deliveries, verifying quantities and condition against purchase orders.
• Organise and store materials in designated locations to maximise space and accessibility.
• Label materials accurately according to project requirements to ensure traceability.
• Prepare and stage materials for builds and testing operations, coordinating with technical teams on timing and specifications.
• Maintain stock records through regular counts and reconciliations.
• Raise purchase orders to replenish materials as required and monitor stock levels.
• Identify and report slow-moving, excess, or obsolete stock.
• Liaise with suppliers and procurement to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Safely operate a forklift to move, load, and unload materials.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and used in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage waste collection, sorting, and disposal from test and build processes.
• Control skip usage and waste segregation (general, recyclable, hazardous).

Skills

Forklift operation

Microsoft Office

Stock control

Tools

Forklift

MS Office

Job description

United Kingdom Testing and Certification (UKTC) in East Kilbride is seeking a Stores Controller to manage material handling, storage and stock control for our Fire Testing team. You will receive, store and distribute materials, while ensuring safety and traceability across builds and tests.

The role involves operating a forklift, maintaining stock records, coordinating with suppliers, and meeting health and safety standards to support efficient testing operations.