Job Description

Join our team at KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM), the largest light rail network in the UK! We are currently recruiting for Stores Assistant to join our Stores team within Manchester\xe2\x80\x99s iconic Metrolink. As a Stores Assistant: Key accountabilities will include:

• To assist in deliveries, input and outgoing of components and stores items.
• To be involved in the shipping of goods both UK and Overseas using correct documentation.
• Be familiar with a computerised Stock control and Purchasing system.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of deliveries either mechanically (forklift/pallet truck) or manually.
• Deliver items/stores local and afar using company transport.
• Monitor & Report to Manager any issues with Min/Max stock levels.
• To assist in maintaining the material requirements of the Engineering and Infrastructure departments.
• To act as first point of contact for deliveries and external suppliers.
• Engage and maintain a high level of General Housekeeping in the \xe2\x80\x98Stores Area`.
• Be an active member of the Stores department adhering to policies, processes, and procedures.
• Be part of a \xe2\x80\x98Rolling Shift Pattern\xe2\x80\x99 and be deployed to either depot location.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll bring:

• Good level of general education \xe2\x80\x93 numerical and written competence.
• Experience in Supply/Stores environment.
• Experience in an operational transport and maintenance environment
• Understanding of risk and safety culture in the workplace within a transport environment.
• Understanding of material/ supply requirements.
• Ability to liaise with suppliers, and KAM staff.
• To motivate peers, team members to deliver the best service.
• Desirable: Continuing professional development through membership of an appropriate professional association.

At KAM, we celebrate the diversity of our customers, communities, and colleagues, and strive for a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Research has shown that not everyone applies for a role when they don\xe2\x80\x99t feel 100% qualified. Therefore, if you don\xe2\x80\x99t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to apply. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, and sexual orientation to apply. We look forward to receiving your application. What we can offer you:

• Competitive Salary
• A permanent, full-time contract 37.5 hours.
• Generous Annual Leave Scheme starting at 25 days plus bank holidays
• Flexible and Hybrid Working Options to support a culture of promoting a good work life balance.
• Free Tram Travel for all our colleagues, plus a sponsored pass for an immediate family member
• Access to Amazing Discounts at most major retailers including Asda, Currys PC World, John Lewis and many more.
• Family Friendly Policies including enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Prioritising your Health and Wellbeing with a range of services available including a free counselling service, annual health checks, access to Employee Assistance Programme and more.
• Supporting your continued development journey with a focus on developing career pathways and reimbursement of professional fees where essential to the role.

The closing date for applications is 29th November 2023. Interviews will take place the week as soon as possible. Early applications are welcome.

KeolisAmey Metrolink (KAM) is the largest light rail network in the UK. Growing and evolving since first opening in 1992. Metrolink have so far expanded to 103km of track, 99 stops and 147 trams, with a target of 52 million yearly passengers by the end of 2022. We recognise and celebrate the diversity of our customers, communities and colleagues and strive for a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and society at large.

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