Materials Supervisor

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prominent NHS Trust as a Materials Supervisor, where you'll oversee materials management within clinical settings. This role offers opportunities for professional development and contributions to healthcare operations. The position is based at the Hampshire Orthopaedic Centre with flexibility for other locations as needed, promoting a balance between work and personal life.

Benefits

NHS discounts

Minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro-rata)

Generous pension scheme

Qualifications

• GCSEs required in English and Maths.
• Skills in Microsoft Office and customer service are essential.
• Experience in materials management or operational environments is critical.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between clinical teams and suppliers.
• Manage the materials management service within UEL-managed areas.
• Handle physical goods and ensure safe manoeuvring.

Skills

Basic Microsoft Office skills

Customer service

Lifting and handling safely

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

Procurement or business administration qualifications

Job description

Job Overview

UHS Estates Limited (UEL) is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Open only to applicants from Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS system, which is limited to Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Southern Health FT, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, Solent NHS Trust, South Central Ambulance Service or Hampshire Hospitals FT.

Main duties of the job

The Materials Supervisor is responsible for providing the UEL Materials Management Service within UEL-managed areas. This role will be based at the Hampshire Orthopaedic Centre (HOC) located within Winchester Hospital, but may require coverage at other UEL-managed locations, in line with JD banding.

Responsibilities include acting as a liaison between clinical teams, suppliers, and Materials Management Assistants.

Working for our organisation

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and ranked in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and staff recommending us as a place to work or receive care.

Roles may involve a mix of on-site and remote working, with flexible options discussed during the interview. UHS employees benefit from NHS discounts, a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro-rata), and a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live, with an international airport, direct trains to London, proximity to the New Forest National Park, and beaches of the Jurassic Coast. Living costs are approximately 20% lower than London, and the city boasts 14 outstanding Ofsted-rated schools.

UHS Estates Limited (UEL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). It is responsible for designing and constructing new buildings, estate maintenance, soft facilities management, and managing equipment, consumables, and materials in support of the Trust.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

Please review the attached person specification document for detailed criteria on skills and experience. Use this when completing your application, as it guides the shortlisting process.

For an overview of main duties, see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. The full job description provides detailed day-to-day responsibilities.

Person specification

Physical requirements include lifting and handling boxes up to 20kgs and manoeuvring cages of goods (up to 180kgs) safely.

Qualifications / Training Required

Essential criteria include GCSEs in English and Maths, basic Microsoft Office skills, and procurement or business administration qualifications or equivalent experience in materials management.

Previous relevant experience includes working in operational environments, materials management, dealing with staff at all levels, and customer service.

Desirable criteria include supervisory experience and NHS experience.

Values and behaviours should align with UEL’s values.