Stores Operative

Matchtech; Havant; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Stock control impact

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Stores Operative on a contract basis to support Defence & Security operations in Havant. You will manage materials, stock control, and ensure accurate recording and safe storage.

Responsibilities include receiving, storing, issuing materials, conducting stock checks and keeping records precise, while maintaining health and safety standards. The role also offers professional development within a collaborative team and the chance to contribute to essential supply chain

Qualifications

• Experience in stores, materials management or stock control.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with inventory management systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically capable of handling and moving stock safely.
• Good communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to stores management.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, checking and storing incoming materials and supplies
• Maintaining accurate inventory records and monitoring stock levels
• Issuing materials to relevant departments as required
• Conducting regular stock checks and reconciling discrepancies
• Keeping the stores area clean, organised and compliant with safety procedures
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of deliveries
• Communicating with internal departments to meet material requirements
• Using inventory management systems to track and manage stock

Skills

Stock control

Inventory mgmt

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Our client, is seeking a Stores Operative to join its team on a contract basis. The role is responsible for maintaining efficient stores operations, managing materials and stock control, and ensuring all supplies are accurately recorded, safely stored and readily available.

Key Responsibilities

• Receiving, checking and storing incoming materials and supplies
• Maintaining accurate inventory records and monitoring stock levels
• Issuing materials to relevant departments as required
• Conducting regular stock checks and reconciling discrepancies
• Keeping the stores area clean, organised and compliant with safety procedures
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of deliveries
• Communicating with internal departments to meet material requirements
• Using inventory management systems to track and manage stock

Job Requirements

• Experience in a stores, materials management or stock control role
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Proficiency in using inventory management systems
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Physical capability to handle and move stock and supplies safely
• Effective communication skills
• Understanding of health and safety regulations relating to stores management

Benefits

• Professional development and training opportunities
• Collaborative and dynamic working environment
• Opportunity to support important materials and stock control operations

If you have experience in stores, materials management or stock control and are seeking a contract opportunity in the Defence & Security sector.