Stores Operative

Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Stores Operative to join their Logistics team. This full-time role involves managing stock accountability, maintaining customer service standards, and working within a Defence stores environment. The ideal candidate should be adaptable, proactive, and have strong communication skills. They will benefit from comprehensive training and a range of employee perks, including financial wellbeing assistance and flexible lifestyle benefits.

Benefits

Virtual GP services

Financial wellbeing assistance

Flexible lifestyle benefits

High street discounts

Cycle-to-work schemes

Life cover

Enhanced pension contributions

Share schemes

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• Experience in a store environment preferred, training provided.
• Ability to deliver high-quality customer service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain stock accountability according to Defence policies.
• Handle customer inquiries and manage shipments.
• Oversee laundry services and promote safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

IT Literacy

Proactivity

Reliability

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Better places, thriving communities.

Job Title: Stores Operative

Salary: £24,637.57 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Location: MoD Lyneham, Chippenham, Wiltshire, England, SN15 4PZ

We have an exciting full-time opportunity for a versatile and enthusiastic Stores Operative to join our Logistics team. The candidate should be self-motivated, able to use their initiative, responsive to company and customer needs, proactive, and adaptable to changing business requirements.

Activities include managing accounting and daily issues related to field equipment, conducting inspections, and performing maintenance or repairs as needed. These activities will be carried out using MOD IT applications and in accordance with Defence policy, ensuring precise and timely service delivery.

The successful candidate should be well-organized, confident, with strong communication skills, and willing to contribute at all levels. They must be versatile, intuitive, professional, and demonstrate good judgment and integrity. Proactivity, responsiveness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential. Reliability, good presentation, and a positive reflection of MITIE values are also required.

Other Attributes and Requirements

The ideal candidate will have experience in a store environment, though training will be provided. They should demonstrate the ability to deliver high-quality customer service and build strong relationships. Knowledge of Health and Safety, effective interpersonal and communication skills, and IT literacy (especially Microsoft Excel) are essential. Forklift experience is advantageous but not mandatory, as training will be provided.

Main Responsibilities

This role involves working within a Defence stores environment, maintaining stock accountability according to Defence policies, analyzing stock levels, and managing demand requests. Knowledge of reverse supply chain processes is beneficial. Additional duties include handling customer inquiries, managing inbound and outbound shipments, liaising with contractors, maintaining registers, overseeing laundry services, and promoting safety standards. The candidate should be prepared to undertake additional tasks and support change initiatives as directed by the Line Manager.

Benefits

Our market-leading benefits include virtual GP services, financial wellbeing assistance via Salary Finance, flexible lifestyle benefits through Choices, high street discounts, cycle-to-work schemes, life cover, enhanced pension contributions, share schemes, and employee recognition programs like Mitie Stars with cash prizes.

We prioritize career development through diverse training opportunities and are committed to inclusive recruitment practices. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact us via email.

Since 1987, Mitie’s 72,000 employees have been delivering services globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, serving clients across various sectors.

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