Technical Stock Assistant

veoliauki; Stafford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

Virtual GP access

Volunteer day each year

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia UK is seeking a Technical Stock Assistant to support ERF stores in Four Ashes, Staffordshire. The role involves keeping materials organised, ensuring stock is available, and assisting with deliveries and audits. The job offers a 40-hour week and £30,000 per annum with Veolia benefits.

Applicants should have stock-control experience, good IT skills, and a practical, proactive approach. Weekend/overtime may be required during plant breakdowns.

Qualifications

• Experience in stock control or stores management; an engineering qualification or relevant industry experience would be an advantage.
• Good computer skills and the ability to use, or learn, computerised stock-management systems.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail when handling stock, records and orders.
• Clear communication skills, with confidence working with colleagues, suppliers and contractors.
• A positive, practical and hands-on approach to solving problems and managing changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of the ERF stores, helping keep materials organised and available.
• Help ensure maintenance and operations teams have the stock they need to carry out their work.
• Receive and check deliveries, making sure goods are recorded and stored correctly.
• Issue, return and order stock, and follow up delayed orders with suppliers.
• Allocate materials to work orders and help maintain accurate stock records.
• Assist with planned stocktakes and external audits, helping investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
• Liaise with colleagues, suppliers and contractors to coordinate stores activities.
• Keep the main stores and other storage areas clean, tidy and safe.
• Follow company procedures and health, safety, quality and environmental requirements.

Skills

Stock control

Forklift operation

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Engineering qualification or relevant industry experience

Tools

Stock-management software

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: £30,000.00 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Four Ashes
Staffordshire
WV10 7DF

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.

As a Technical Stock Assistant you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to our company/people's pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

• Support the day-to-day running of the ERF stores, helping keep materials organised and available.
• Help ensure maintenance and operations teams have the stock they need to carry out their work.
• Receive and check deliveries, making sure goods are recorded and stored correctly.
• Issue, return and order stock, and follow up delayed orders with suppliers.
• Allocate materials to work orders and help maintain accurate stock records.
• Assist with planned stocktakes and external audits, helping investigate and resolve any discrepancies.
• Liaise with colleagues, suppliers and contractors to coordinate stores activities.
• Keep the main stores and other storage areas clean, tidy and safe.
• Follow company procedures and health, safety, quality and environmental requirements.

What we're looking for;

• Experience in stock control or stores management; an engineering qualification or relevant industry experience would be an advantage.
• Good computer skills and the ability to use, or learn, computerised stock-management systems.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail when handling stock, records and orders.
• Clear communication skills, with confidence working with colleagues, suppliers and contractors.
• A positive, practical and hands-on approach to solving problems and managing changing priorities.
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a wider maintenance and operations team.
• Forklift experience or training would be beneficial.
• Flexibility to work occasional weekends or overtime during plant breakdowns or shutdowns.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.