Stores Supervisor

BBC; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting company in Glasgow is looking for an Operations Stores Supervisor to manage and allocate equipment, ensuring smooth operations across sites. The ideal candidate will supervise broadcast equipment management, handle logistics, and collaborate with technical teams. Applicants should have experience in fast-paced environments, excellent organizational skills, and knowledge of health and safety regulations. This role supports the BBC's mission to deliver innovative broadcasting solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar fast-paced role.
• Ability to manage resources and solve problems quickly.
• Excellent organisational and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage broadcast equipment efficiently.
• Transport equipment across Scotland when necessary.
• Maintain compliance with safety standards and BBC policies.

Skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office proficiency

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Job description

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: B

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full-time

DEPARTMENT: Scotland Business Operations

LOCATION: Office Based, Pacific Quay, Glasgow

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £25,700- £30,233 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience.

This role is advertised as part of our BBC Extend programme for disabled people. To apply for this role you should identify as deaf, disabled or neurodivergent and must meet either the definition of disability in the Equality Act (2010), or the definition of disability in the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) if applying in Northern Ireland. You are broadly defined as disabled under both acts if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long‑term negative or adverse effect on your ability to do normal daily activities. This definition includes both apparent and non‑apparent conditions and impairments, and medical conditions such as Cancer, HIV or Multiple Sclerosis.

We are committed to making the process of applying for this role as accessible as possible. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the application process, or have any questions about our Extend programme, please contact [e-mail].

The BBC are fully committed to providing workplace adjustments to help eliminate barriers that disabled people face. We have a dedicated BBC Access and Disability Service that provides assessments and support throughout employment with us. If you are successful applying for this role and require workplace adjustments, we will work with you to get your adjustments in place.

If you’d like more information on BBC Extend, please visit the BBC Extend webpage. (EXTEND code: EX2324).

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Are you highly organised, safety‑conscious, and great at working across teams? We’re looking for an Operations Stores Supervisor to manage equipment allocation and ensure smooth operations across our sites.

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in our operations, collaborating closely with technical teams. You’ll be responsible for end‑to‑end equipment management, including safe loading/unloading and delivery of broadcast kit, inventory control, and maintaining a safe, organised logistics environment.

Operating in a fast‑paced setting, this role demands attention to detail, strong teamwork, and a flexible, solutions‑focused approach.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

As part of BBC Scotland Business and Operations, you’ll help deliver creative technical broadcast solutions that support programme‑making across TV, radio, and digital platforms.

Join us and build relationships, grow technical knowledge, solve challenges, and keep our operations running smoothly.

We work in a dynamic environment and provide tools and support to help you succeed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and manage broadcast equipment and the use of our fleet vehicles, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Serve as the main Stores contact for teams and productions, handling in‑person, e‑mail and phone enquiries.
• Transport equipment across Scotland, including collections and deliveries.
• Handle manual handling such as loading and transportation of kit; training and reasonable adjustments are provided where needed.
• Assist operational crews with rigging of equipment when required.
• Resolve equipment shortages and implement effective inventory and stock‑taking systems.
• Maintain compliance with BBC policies, safety standards, and risk assessments.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Experience in a similar role within a fast‑paced environment, ensuring efficiency and accuracy under pressure.
• Proven ability to manage resources, solve problems quickly, and make informed decisions accurately; adaptable to shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
• Excellent organisational and teamwork skills; confident in building relationships and negotiating effectively with suppliers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; a commitment to learning new systems and contributing to project‑based initiatives.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk management practices.

DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of Outside Broadcast (OB) equipment and a desire to expand technical expertise.
• Supervisory experience that demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and effective team leadership.
• Experience with inventory systems, tracking equipment and ensuring accurate stock records; proactive approach to process improvements and new systems.
• Current licence to drive vehicles, for kit collections and deliveries.

If you can bring some of these skills and experience, along with transferable strengths, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct employment screening checks which include reference checks; eligibility to work checks; and, if applicable to the role, safeguarding and adverse media/social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.

For any general queries, please contact: [e-mail]

REDEployment

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.

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