Braintree - Operations
Eastlight Community Homes, Braintree, CM77 8FG

Stores Operative

Salary: £27,273
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Closing Date: Wed 01 Jan 2025 - 11:59 pm
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Stores Operative

Qualities Needed

Right to Work in UK
50 %
Full UK Driving Licence
50 %

Stores Operative

Eastlight has an exciting new opportunity for a driven individual to join us as a Stores Operative, on-site at our Marks Tey Hub!

In this position you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our trades team has all the necessary materials required in a timely manner. 

You will provide an excellent stores customer service experience to both internal and external customers and stakeholders. You will work closely with the Stores Manager, Transport Coordinator and your team to maintain a well organised and efficient service, contributing to a seamless operation.

As a Stores Operative, you will:

  • Efficiently manage stock levels ensuring that trades have access to required materials by receiving, inspect, and record incoming stock accurately.
  • Issue and receive stock through the stores stock control system to ensure accurate stock movements.
  • Take receipt of deliveries and ensure all materials are retained correctly to maintain correct stock records.
  • Maintain effective communication channels with team members and suppliers to facilitate a smooth operation.
  • Raise purchase orders for both stock items and collections.
  • Always ensure good housekeeping of the Stores premises.
  • Organise and maintain a clean, safe, and accessible store area.  
  • Collaborate with Manager/s and team to identify and address and stock related issues or requirements.
  • Assist in inventory management, conducting regular stock checks and reporting discrepancies.

 

To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a sector leading total rewards package. 

  • £27,273 annual salary 
  • Full time, 12 month Fixed Term Contract
  • Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution – Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
  • Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
  • 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays 
  • Trailblazing family leave [Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay / 6 weeks half pay] – Subject to eligibility.
  • BUPA healthcare cash plan, life assurance 
  • Formal qualifications and paid professional membership.

Application closing date: 01/01/2025

Interviews date:  10/01/2025, in person at Marks Tey

Why should you join Eastlight?

At Eastlight, we believe that purpose drives progress. We are a dynamic and purpose-led organisation committed to making a positive impact in the East of England. We strive to create meaningful connections with our customers and provide exceptional service that aligns with our values and mission.

Eastlight Community Homes currently own 14,500 homes across the East of England and continues to develop and provide further new build affordable homes. This means there is a range of opportunities for you to excel and develop through a career at Eastlight.

To truly succeed with Eastlight, you need to be accountable, inclusive, and up for a challenge. We’re on a journey to make our communities better.

At Eastlight we support, develop, and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work. There has never been a better time to join us! Click the link below to submit your CV and personal statement.

Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact recruitment@eastlighthomes.co.uk.

[Eastlight Community Homes are unable to provide visa sponsorship].

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