Stock Controller / Warehouse Assistant

Brook Street; Inverness; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organisation is seeking a Stock Controller / Warehouse Assistant in Inverness. This temporary role supports community equipment delivery, ensuring patient safety and comfort. Responsibilities include equipment handling, maintaining cleanliness, and communication with clients and healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate has warehouse experience, good organisational skills, and knowledge of infection control procedures. A driving license and PVG are required to facilitate effective operations.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Ability to perform basic risk assessments.
• Understanding of infection control and equipment decontamination.

Responsibilities

• Integrate into the store team, communicate with clients and carers.
• Pick, deliver, and collect equipment as needed.
• Conduct basic risk assessments for safety.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Infection control procedures knowledge

Use of barcode scanners

Basic Microsoft Word, Email, Excel knowledge

Education

Certifications in moving and handling

Job description

Stock Controller / Warehouse Assistant - Inverness, UK - Temporary 3 month post

Join a dedicated and innovative healthcare organisation committed to enhancing patient independence and wellbeing through the provision of high-quality community equipment. Our team plays a vital role in supporting individuals to live safely and comfortably within their own homes. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment, offering opportunities for professional growth and making a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Job Responsibilities

• Become an integral part of the Inverness store team, communicating effectively with colleagues, patients, and carers regarding equipment needs and arrangements.
• Pick equipment from the storage area and coordinate with clients and/or carers to schedule delivery and uplift of equipment.
• Deliver and collect equipment from the store to the designated locations, conducting basic risk assessments to ensure safety for use within the environment.
• Assemble equipment and install in situ following manufacturer instructions, sharing relevant technical information with clients, family members, carers, and healthcare staff.
• Transfer equipment between the Inverness Store and Emergency/Buffer Stores as required.
• Arrange for contaminated or dirty equipment to be segregated and returned to the Inverness store for decontamination.
• Decontaminate equipment in accordance with Infection Control Protocols to ensure safety and hygiene standards are maintained.
• Maintain the cleanliness, organisation, and stock levels of the main store area to facilitate efficient operations.
• Utilise barcode scanners to manage stock and equipment tracking accurately.
• Adhere to all relevant legislation and guidance, including Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, moving and handling protocols, and lone working procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a warehouse, store, or logistics environment, preferably within healthcare or community services.
• Basic knowledge of systems such as Microsoft Word, Email, and Excel.
• Ability to perform basic risk assessments and handle equipment safely.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to maintain a clean and orderly store environment.
• Good communication skills to liaise effectively with clients, carers, and healthcare professionals.
• Understanding of infection control procedures and equipment decontamination processes.
• Ability to operate barcode scanning equipment accurately.
• Relevant certifications in moving and handling, health and safety, or infection control are desirable.
• Reliable, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• A PVG is required for this role.
• A driving licence is required for this role.

Call to Action

If you are motivated to contribute to a vital community service and possess the skills and qualities outlined above, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dedicated team in Inverness and help us make a positive impact on people's lives through excellent community equipment support.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy