Stores Operative

Government Facility Services Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A correctional facility service provider in the UK seeks a dedicated Stores Operative to join its team at HMP High Down. The role involves supporting various maintenance functions and promoting a safe environment while using your skills to contribute to rehabilitation efforts. Required qualifications include a Fork Lift Truck Certificate, First Aid at Work Qualification, and excellent organizational skills. This full-time position offers a robust benefits package, including 25 holidays per year plus bank holidays, and potential for career growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Death in Service at 4x salary

Access to private GP consultations

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial reward mechanisms

Access to retailer discounts

Qualifications

• Fork Lift Truck Certificate required.
• Level 2 qualification in English and Maths preferred.
• Full driving license with D1 is a plus.
• HGV Licence is advantageous.
• Current First Aid at Work Qualification necessary.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety regulations needed.
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work in a team to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Provide support in various maintenance roles.
• Contribute to rehabilitation efforts and positive changes.

Skills

Fork Lift Truck Certificate

Level 2 qualification in English and Maths

Full driving license preferably with D1

HGV Licence

Up to date First Aid at Work Qualification

Good Health & Safety knowledge

Excellent organisational skills

Excellent time management skills

Excellent people skills

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Stores Operative
Location: HMP High Down
Salary: £27,945.35
Contract: Full Time - Perm (39hrs)

We are seeking a dedicated Stores Operative to join our team at HMP High Down, a category C adult male prison.

Join a team that is more than just a group of colleagues – we work Monday to Friday as a supportive and driven family, working together to create a safe and nurturing environment. HMP High Down runs like a self-contained city, and as the Facilities Maintenance Team we are committed to driving the smooth and safe operation; everything we do impacts every prisoner, employee, and visitor, and wider families and community.

As a Stores Operative, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and passionate colleagues who vary from Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, to Cleaners, and Administrators, and others, who are all dedicated to making a positive difference by providing a safe and secure environment for all.

If you are looking for a role where you can use your skills to create a better future for others, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity and join us in our mission to promote rehabilitation and positive change as part of a team that truly makes a difference.

We are a Ministry of Justice business and provide critical and time-bound services to HMPPS, and are looking for a Stores Operative with any combination of:

Qualifications

• Fork Lift Truck Certificate
• Level 2 qualification in English and Maths
• Full driving license preferably with D1
• HGV Licence
• Up to date First Aid at Work Qualification
• Good Health & Safety knowledge
• Excellent organisational, time management and people skills

Benefits

Holidays are 25 days per year plus Bank Holidays, and a range of non-contractual benefits are provided. These include Death in Service at 4x salary, access to private GP consultations, and an Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and information services for preventative care and to help employees in a crisis. There are also a range of financial reward mechanisms and access to retailer discounts.

You will find a strong focus on safety, a supportive, inclusive workplace, a competitive benefits package, and real opportunity to build your skills and progress. Explore facilities careers where you can make a difference.

Company & Culture

Pride In People. We are passionate about promoting diversity and creating a workplace where all employees have a voice, feel a sense of belonging, and are empowered to be their true selves. We recognise the value that every employee brings and commit to diversity and inclusion with ongoing learning, training, and career progression opportunities for everyone.

Future Plans
GFSL has been notified by its shareholder (MOJ) that FM services will, in future, be delivered by the private sector. Following a successful procurement process, GFSL’s services will transfer to a private sector provider no sooner than August 2027.

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