Warehouse Supervisor

Metlen Plc; Torness; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals, a global industrial company, seeks a Warehouse Supervisor for our UK Thermal Power & HVDC Division based at Murton, County Durham. You will supervise daily warehouse operations, ensure accurate receipt and storage of construction materials, and coordinate with procurement, logistics, QA/QC and project controls teams to support delivery schedules.

The role requires at least 5 years in warehouse operations, strong leadership, and proficiency with ERP/WMS systems (SAP

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in warehouse operations, logistics or material management.
• Experience supporting large-scale EPC, industrial, energy or construction projects is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, material traceability and warehouse best practices.
• Experience with ERP or warehouse management systems (SAP is advantageous).
• Excellent organisational, planning and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day warehouse operations for materials, equipment and consumables.
• Receive, inspect and verify goods against orders and project specs.
• Lead and coordinate warehouse personnel to ensure safe, efficient material handling.
• Plan lift plans and RAMS; maintain accurate inventory records.
• Monitor inventory levels, perform stock and cycle counts, and investigate discrepancies.
• Coordinate deliveries with procurement, logistics, construction and QA/QC teams.
• Ensure proper labelling, storage and safety compliance; support audits and reporting.
• Prepare regular warehouse reports and KPI updates for project management.

Skills

Warehouse supervision

Inventory management

ERP/WMS SAP

Leadership

Communication

MS Office

Tools

SAP

WMS

Job description

At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.

We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.

We are currently seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to join our UK team within the Thermal Power & HVDC Division of Metlen Energy & Metals, based at our Murton, County Durham project site.

What your role will encompass:

• Supervise the day-to-day warehouse operations, including the receipt, storage, handling, preservation, and issuance of construction materials, equipment, and consumables.
• Responsible for receiving and inspecting all goods, materials, and equipment to ensure they comply with purchase orders, delivery notes, and project specifications. This includes verifying the correct quantities have been delivered, conducting thorough quality inspections to identify any damage, defects, or non-conformances, and ensuring materials meet the required standards before acceptance.
• Lead and coordinate warehouse personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and timely material handling activities.
• To ensure all activities are planned correctly with the timely submission of lift plans and RAMS.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure all material movements are correctly recorded within warehouse management systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure full material traceability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conduct regular stock counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Attend the site daily coordination meetings, support the Construction management team in the coordination and tracking of subcontractor delivers and forecasted delivers.
• Coordinate incoming deliveries and outgoing material requests to support construction schedules and site requirements.
• Ensure materials are correctly labelled, stored, preserved, and segregated in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and project procedures.
• Liaise closely with Procurement, Logistics, Construction, QA/QC, and Project Controls teams regarding material availability, shortages, and delivery schedules.
• Ensure compliance with company HSE policies, warehouse safety procedures, housekeeping standards, and environmental requirements.
• Monitor warehouse equipment and storage facilities, ensuring they remain safe, organised, and fit for purpose.
• Support internal and external audits, inspections, and reporting activities related to warehouse operations and inventory management.
• Prepare regular warehouse reports, inventory summaries, and KPI updates for Project Management.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse processes, material flow, and operational efficiency throughout the project.

What you bring to the role:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in warehouse operations, logistics, or material management.
• Previous experience supporting large-scale EPC, industrial, energy, thermal power, HVDC, infrastructure, or construction projects is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, material traceability, and warehouse management best practices.
• Experience working with ERP or warehouse management systems (SAP experience is considered an advantage).
• Excellent organisational, planning, and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced site environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to supervise teams and collaborate effectively across project functions.
• Good knowledge of warehouse HSE requirements and safe material handling practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

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At Metlen Energy & Metals we are proud to have Diversity and Inclusion at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.