Stores Person

Amey; Leyland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Training & development

24 days holiday

Generous pension scheme

Flexible benefits package

Retail & lifestyle discounts

Social impact days

Family friendly policies

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Amey is seeking a permanent Stores Person at HMP Wymott to manage stock levels, deliver supplies around the site, and support the efficient stores operation. This role involves supervising prisoners working in stores, maintaining accurate records, and liaising with local suppliers to ensure materials are available when needed.

The successful candidate will have experience in stores or inventory, a full UK driving licence, and good IT skills; DBS and Prison Security Clearance are part of the

Qualifications

• Experience working within a stores, warehouse, stock control or inventory environment.
• Confidence working collaboratively with a diverse range of people, including prisoners.
• Good IT skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and stock information.
• A proactive and organised approach with strong attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Manual handling knowledge or experience (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain stock levels, ensuring materials and equipment are accurately controlled and readily available.
• Deliver goods and supplies across the prison site in a safe, secure and timely manner.
• Support the effective operation of the stores function by maintaining accurate records and inventory data.
• Supervise and support prisoners working within the stores, promoting safe and productive working practices.
• Collect materials and supplies from local suppliers when required to support operational activities.
• Help ensure stores processes remain organised, efficient and compliant with prison procedures.

Skills

Stock control

Warehousing

Inventory management

Driving licence

IT skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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Location: HMP Wymott, Ulnes Walton, Leyland, Preston, Lancashire, PR26 8LW
Salary: £27,426 per annum
Hours: 39 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday 07:00 - 16:00, Friday 07:00 - 15:00

Join Our Team

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Stores Person to join our Ministry of Justice (MoJ) team at HMP Wymott.

At Amey, we support His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) by delivering facilities management services that help create safe, secure and efficient environments across the prison estate. Our work directly supports the smooth operation of prisons, ensuring staff, visitors and prisoners have the facilities and resources they need every day.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and experienced team where your contribution will make a real difference. You'll play a vital role in managing stock, supporting operational teams and helping maintain the efficient running of the prison.

What You Will Do

• Manage and maintain stock levels, ensuring materials and equipment are accurately controlled and readily available.
• Deliver goods and supplies across the prison site in a safe, secure and timely manner.
• Support the effective operation of the stores function by maintaining accurate records and inventory data.
• Supervise and support prisoners working within the stores, promoting safe and productive working practices.
• Collect materials and supplies from local suppliers when required to support operational activities.
• Help ensure stores processes remain organised, efficient and compliant with prison procedures.

What You Will Bring

• Experience working within a stores, warehouse, stock control or inventory environment.
• Confidence working collaboratively with a diverse range of people, including prisoners.
• Good IT skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and stock information.
• A proactive and organised approach with strong attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).
• Manual handling knowledge or experience (desirable).

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of this role, successful candidates will be required to complete Prison Security Clearance and a Standard DBS check. Amey will support you through the clearance process.

Why Join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can build a lasting and rewarding career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People, recognising our commitment to helping our people develop, succeed and thrive.

Our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home:

• Competitive Salary with the opportunity for annual review.
• Career Development with progression opportunities into roles such as General Building Engineer and wider facilities management positions.
• Training & Development including funded learning and leadership programmes.
• 24 Days Holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Generous Pension Scheme with employer contributions.
• Flexible Benefits Package including Cycle2Work, insurance options and gym membership discounts.
• Retail & Lifestyle Discounts through our employee benefits platform.
• Two Paid Social Impact Days each year to support volunteering and community projects.
• Family Friendly Policies supporting parents and carers.
• Affinity Networks that connect and support diverse communities across Amey.
• Free On-Site Parking, gym access and catering facilities.

About Amey

Who We Are

Amey is a leading provider of infrastructure consulting and operational services. We design, deliver, maintain and improve critical infrastructure that supports communities across the UK.

What We Do

We advise, design, finance, deliver and enhance transport, defence and civic infrastructure. Through engineering expertise, innovation and operational excellence, we create safer, more resilient and sustainable environments for our clients and communities.

To find out more, visit amey.co.uk/careers

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact [e-mail] if you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process.