Stores & Supply Chain Assistant Bristol 2023

Powersystems UK is a high voltage engineering company specialising in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable generation. Due to continuing success within these sectors we have a pipeline of work through into 2025 and beyond.

Are you looking to advance your career with full training provided? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

We are recruiting for a Stores & Supply Chain Assistant

Choosing a career in the renewables sector at Powersystems as a Stores and Supply Chain Assistant means that you are connecting our future energy system, powered by clean electricity. For the right candidate this is an opportunity to join an established team in an exciting and progressive workplace.

In return for your positive contribution and loyalty we will provide a stimulating and varied working environment, training and professional development, active support those looking to obtain further qualification or career path status and the opportunity to make a difference working towards a carbon free future for all.

Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but not limited to...

• Purchase and distribute parts and materials to specification using the correct process
• Complete quality inspection of delivered goods and document
• Update cost analysis on all suppliers in a timely manner
• Co-ordinate the collection, delivery and transportation of parts, materials and returned goods
• Support the maintenance of company vehicles including MOT, servicing and repair ensuring compliance with lease conditions and regulations. Also ensure vehicles are available when required and booking process is followed
• Liaise with insurance companies including, arranging vehicle insurance, dealing with claims and changes to drivers and vehicles
• Replenish stock to agreed levels
• Support regular stock checks to ensure accuracy of stock levels and appropriate levels of stock holding
• Update and adjust the stores catalogue
• Co-ordination of contractors whilst they are in the office building to ensure they comply with all Company requirements
• Order and oversee the provision of PPE, tools, and tool sets, including management of the budget, allocation, registration, and return. Ensure adequate stock levels are always maintained
• For all deliveries, promptly receipt and store goods, ensuring that the stores are tidy, organised and well maintained
• Organise the picking, packaging, and logistics of materials so that they are available at the required time
• Operate forklift loading and unloading goods in and out of the stores
• Booking transport of pallets and parcels
• Complete Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) administration tasks for the Stores such as Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) in collaboration with the SHEQ team
• Support waste disposal process including metal, copper, cable, hazardous waste and cardboard
• Support the management of hired equipment
• Undertake training and inspections (e.g. harnesses, ladders, PPE)
• Ensure purchasing process is followed by all site staff
• Ensure all tools, equipment and materials are pre-arranged and inspected prior to arrival to site
• Deputise for Supply Chain & Logistics Manager when they are not available
• Ensure all tools, equipment and material are kept in good working order and any defects rectified in a timely manner
• Build and maintain relationships with our clients and supply chain partners
• Proactively identify any health and safety issues and remedy
• Proactively suggest improvements and raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCR’s) as appropriate.
• Identify any potential issues/delays and escalate as appropriate
• Provide proactive support and guidance to all parties on compliance with statutory requirements and Company standards
• Comply with all Company policies, procedures and guidelines at all times
•  Ensure good housekeeping is maintained at all times, especially with regard to health and safety
• Proactively look at ways to enhance the service offered by the business, and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of company processes
• Maintain a professional image at all times
•  Embrace and demonstrate the Company’s 5 Principles of: Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role

• Proven attention to detail and able to demonstrate good oral and written communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and multitask
• A team player with a confident and enthusiastic attitude
• Proficient in the use of computer systems and Microsoft suite
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to work within the UK without limitation
• Open to change, resilient and proactive

In return we offer

• Highly competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications
• Training and development
• 25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays
• Contributory company pension scheme
• PPE and company clothing provided
• Private health insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our employee owned business
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site gym

Powersystems is an employee-owned business and has a keen interest in the well-being and success of all its employees. We will encourage and empower you to be imaginative, share your great ideas and be involved in the future success of our business.

Everyone is welcome at Powersystems. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career. If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.