Royal Navy - Storekeeper/Fire Fighting Equipment Maintainer

Ministry Of Defence; Chivenor; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization is offering a rewarding position in Chivenor for a Storekeeper to maintain fire fighting equipment and perform general storekeeping duties. The role requires a Full UK Driving License and involves teamwork. Benefits include a competitive salary of £26,390, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities. Applicants must be UK nationals or have the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Use of leisure facilities

25 days annual leave

Competitive pension scheme

Personal development opportunities

Discount schemes

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• Must have a Full UK Driving License (no more than 6 penalty points).
• Experience in maintenance and keeping logs for Fire Fighting Equipment.
• Ability to work in a Warehouse Environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and test fire fighting equipment daily.
• Ensure fire extinguishers are correctly logged and maintained.
• Conduct weekly fire alarm tests and maintain logs.
• Perform general storekeeping duties.

Skills

Full UK Driving License

Professional standards

Maintenance skills

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Job Summary

This is an outstanding opportunity offered at Base Support Squadron, Royal Marines Base Chivenor which is both a varied and rewarding position. This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• The Storekeeper will carry out the daily maintenance of all RMB Chivenor Fire Fighting Equipment including the testing of the fire alarm systems.
• Enthusiasm and professional standards are essential to ensure that all the Fire extinguishers are correctly maintained and accurately recorded on the maintenance log.
• Working alongside a small team within a Warehouse Environment, you will also carry out general storekeeping duties including receipt and despatch of Naval Stores.
• The applicant will be responsible for the storage and maintenance of RMB Chivenor Fire Extinguishers. Primary responsibilities will be to conduct weekly Call Point Fire Alarm testing and ensure logs and registers are accurately maintained.
• You will receive essential training and mentoring on the Fire Alarm system and Extinguisher maintenance.

Required Behaviours

• Delivering at Pace
• Making Effective Decisions
• Working Together
• Communicating and Influencing

Qualifications and Application Requirements

• Full UK Driving License (No more than 6 Penalty Points)
• Personal Statement, 500 words, describing relevant experience
• CV, including job history, qualification details and previous skills and experience

Application Process

At sift you will be assessed against your CV, Personal Statement and the required behaviours. At interview you will be assessed again against the same behaviours. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Benefits

• Free onsite parking
• Use of leisure facilities (fully equipped gym)
• Onsite shop and café
• Mess Pay‑as‑you‑dine facilities
• CLR inclusive events open to all civilian staff (e.g. Families Day)
• 25 days paid annual leave rising to 30 days after 5 years
• A competitive pension scheme with Ministry of Defence contribution
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Alternative working patterns for many roles
• Access to a confidential, professional wellbeing support service
• Discount schemes (e.g. Defence discount card similar to Blue Light card)
• Cycle work discount scheme / season ticket loans
• Enhanced parental and adoption leave
• Special paid leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year

Salary and Pension

Alongside your salary of £26,390, the Ministry of Defence contributes £7,645 towards your membership of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and meet the security requirements before appointment (Security Check).

Nationality Requirements

• UK nationals
• Nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• Nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• Nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre‑settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• Nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre‑settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• Individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everyone irrespective of gender and ethnic group. Appointment will be based on merit alone.