Store Person

Veolia Group; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy and 24/7 GP service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Health and wellness resources

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia in Chesterfield is seeking a warehouse operative to oversee the receipt, inspection and recording of incoming deliveries and to prepare and dispatch goods in line with internal requests, coordinating with transport providers.

You will maintain inventory records, conduct regular stock audits, and report discrepancies. You’ll also manage storage areas, ensure safe handling, and support administrative tasks for goods movement and COSHH compliance.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in stores, logistics, or warehouse operations or experience with goods receipt, storage, and dispatch procedures in a similar operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the receipt, inspection, and recording of all incoming deliveries, and prepare and dispatch goods based on internal requests, coordinating with transport companies.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using the stores management system, conduct regular stock audits, and report any discrepancies or potential supply shortages to the supervisor.
• Ensure a safe and organised storage environment by managing racking, adhering to safe lifting and manual handling procedures, and maintaining high standards of housekeeping.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly planning for stock and equipment movements to ensure the operational team's needs are met, including responding to ad-hoc requests.
• Handle all administrative tasks related to goods movement, including managing delivery paperwork, COSHH certificates, and ensuring all records are accurately updated in the system.
• Collaborate with the Parts Supervisor, engineers, and service coordinators to communicate stock requirements, delivery status, and report any health, safety, or environmental concerns.

Skills

Stores experience

Warehouse operations

Inventory management

Cat B driving licence

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: £14.34 per annum plus Veolia benefits Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri Location: VDMS Chesterfield, Park Road, Holmewood, Chesterfield, S42 5UY

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.

Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you:

• 25 days of annual leave
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy and 24/7 GP service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental, and financial health
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing:

• Oversee the receipt, inspection, and recording of all incoming deliveries, and prepare and dispatch goods based on internal requests, coordinating with transport companies.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using the stores management system, conduct regular stock audits, and report any discrepancies or potential supply shortages to the supervisor.
• Ensure a safe and organised storage environment by managing racking, adhering to safe lifting and manual handling procedures, and maintaining high standards of housekeeping.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly planning for stock and equipment movements to ensure the operational team's needs are met, including responding to ad-hoc requests.
• Handle all administrative tasks related to goods movement, including managing delivery paperwork, COSHH certificates, and ensuring all records are accurately updated in the system.
• Collaborate with the Parts Supervisor, engineers, and service coordinators to communicate stock requirements, delivery status, and report any health, safety, or environmental concerns.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in stores, logistics, or warehouse operations or experience with goods receipt, storage, and dispatch procedures in a similar operational environment.
• Experience with inventory management systems Cat B driving licence (for potential van movements) Physical capability to perform manual handling tasks Forklift or mechanical handling equipment certification would be desirable COSHH training certificate would be desirable First Aid at Work certification would be desirable

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate.

As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Ready to see the world as we do? Who is Veolia? Where other people see waste, our community here at Veolia see opportunity. We’re determined to push for ecological transformation through waste, water and energy, and are committed to getting the tough jobs done. And most importantly, we see the potential of every member of our team, and are giving them the chance to realise it with us. Whether it’s their potential, their commitment or their impact, we see it all. And with our values being community spirit, responsibility, innovation, customer focus and respect they keep us focused on those who matter – all 14,000+ of our employees, our customers and our communities too.