Operator - Stores

Western Power Distribution; Redruth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days leave + 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme with employer match

Share Save plan

Life assurance x4 salary

Private healthcare for you and family

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution in the UK is recruiting an Operator (Stores) for Redruth to handle routine inspection, maintenance and repair of tools and PPE, and to assist with stores management and asset inspection. Training will be provided.

You should have an LGV Category C license and forklift training, be able to work independently in a safety-critical environment, and be willing to travel across West Cornwall with possible out-of-hours standby duties as required.

Qualifications

• Licence to drive an LGV up to category C.
• Certified forklift truck operation training.
• Ability to work on own initiative in a safety-critical environment.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine inspection, maintenance and repair of tools and PPE.
• Assisting with the maintenance of stores and with inspection of network assets as required.
• Be flexible to meet team objectives and may undertake out-of-hours standby duties.

Skills

LGV C Licence

Fork Lift Truck Certification

Job description

About Us

We're National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses. National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues - who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.

Job Introduction

An opportunity his available for an Operator (Stores) based in Redruth to cover West Cornwall. As an Operator (Stores) you may be involved in carrying out routine inspection, maintenance and repair of tools and PPE, assisting with the maintenance of stores and with the inspection of network assets as required. All necessary training will be provided.

Main Responsibilities

The working environment requires quick, decisive and responsible thinking and actions to meet the demands of the role. You will need to be flexible in your approach to assist the team in meeting it's objectives.

The Ideal Candidate

Ideally you will hold a license to drive an LGV up to category C and already be trained to drive a Fork Lift Truck. You will be able to work under your own initiative, in a safety critical environment. Support will be provided to obtain any missing requirements that the successful candidate will be expected to obtain. You will need to be mobile throughout the area and may be required to undertake out of hours standby duties as and when necessary, to meet business needs.

About The Company

Joining the UK's leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition. So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

• 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
• Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)
• Annual Share Save plan
• Life assurance x 4 basic salary
• Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family
• Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
• Free on-site parking at all our main sites

Things you need to know

As an equal opportunities employer who is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we celebrate individual difference and are actively bringing in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture. If you require additional support to complete your online application, please email [e-mail]. In most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin. National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service, (DBS) check, depending on the role different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check. Recruitment correspondence is usually sent by email, please check your email account including spam/junk folders regularly after the closing date.