UK Ministry of Defence

Storekeeper - Army Quartermasters Department

UK Ministry of Defence

Pirbright, England, United Kingdom · Full Time

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Salary
GBP 24,549 – GBP 24,549 / year
Openings
1
Posted
2 گھنٹے قبل
Work mode
In office
Eligibility
Open to UK nationals, Republic of Ireland nationals, Commonwealth nationals with right to work in the UK, EU/EEA/Swiss nationals with settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, individuals with limited or indefinite leave to remain eligible for EU Settlement Scheme, and Turkish n…
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Job description

About the Role

Join the Quartermasters Department at Army Training Centre Pirbright as a Storekeeper, a role requiring a motivated, well-organised, and adaptable individual. You will work closely alongside civilian and military colleagues in a hands-on, customer-facing position based primarily onsite at Pirbright, England. This position involves maintaining and managing the day-to-day operations of the store over a 37-hour workweek.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support daily store operations, including issuing and receipting equipment to personnel.
  • Ensure equipment is kept clean, in good condition, and serviceable at all times.
  • Maintain accurate documentation for stock accounting and auditing purposes.
  • Assist the Duty Officer with regular daily and weekly store checks.

Training and Physical Requirements

Comprehensive training will be provided for MOD stock control and inventory systems. The role demands physical ability to lift and carry boxes and equipment, including loading/unloading vehicles and accessing shelving possibly above head height. Following HSE guidelines, expected lifting limits are 25kg for men and 16kg for women. There may be opportunities for overtime dependent on store demands outside standard working hours.

Person Specification

  • Strong workload management and effective time management skills.
  • Excellent customer service competencies.
  • Basic digital literacy and literacy skills.
  • Desired but not mandatory: full driving licence and forklift licence.

Behaviours Assessed

  • Working Together
  • Managing a Quality Service
  • Communicating and Influencing

Salary and Benefits

This role offers a yearly salary of £24,549 plus a pension contribution from the Ministry of Defence of £7,111 towards a Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Additional benefits include role-specific learning and development, flexible working options, a diverse and inclusive culture, and a pension employer contribution rate of 28.97%. Relocation expenses are not provided.

Additional Information

  • A six-month probation period applies for external Civil Service recruits.
  • Travel expenses to interviews will not be reimbursed.
  • Potential review of pay-related allowances which may impact those currently applicable.
  • The role is subject to basic criminal record and security checks as per government regulations.
  • The Ministry of Defence fosters a smoke-free working environment with some exemptions as per local guidance.
  • Sponsorship for skilled worker visas is not available; applicants requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

Eligibility

  • Open to UK nationals, Republic of Ireland nationals, Commonwealth nationals with the right to work in the UK, EU/EEA/Swiss nationals with settled or pre-settled status, individuals with limited or indefinite leave to remain eligible under the EU Settlement Scheme, and Turkish nationals with accrued rights.

Application Process

Applications will be evaluated based on CV and a personal statement addressing essential skills. Interviews will assess behavioural competencies relevant to the role. Feedback is provided only to interviewees. Reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities are available on request.

Contact Information

Job Contact: Samantha Cross

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