Job summary
Job Title: Storekeeper
Hours per week: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday between the hours of 07:00 - 16:30)
Perm/Fixed Term: Permanent
Salary: £22,383 per annum
Please note if you commence in post prior to October 2024, you will be paid in line with 2023/2024 agenda for change pay scales.
Closing Date: 26th September2024
Interview Date: 3rd October 2024
This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly.
All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas.
A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.
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Main duties of the job
Receiving goods from suppliers/ carriers, which include manually unloading supply vehicles in all weather conditions, as required.
Check goods received and deal with any discrepancies. Input the information onto the computerised stock management system or distribute non-stock receipts to end-users.
Contribute to the maintenance of the ward 'top up system' in order to support the day-to-day operation of the Trust assisting in the compilation of orders, for goods held in store with Ward/ Department staff to ensure that their stock levels are realistic and workable.
Maintaining the data on the computerised stock management system and ensuring data is up to date and correct.
Pick, pack and distribute ordered stores to wards/ departments promptly. This is undertaken on a regular daily basis and entails lifting and transporting by hand in cages and sometimes awkward loads, in all weather conditions throughout the shift.
Deal with enquiries from wards/ departments and ensure that their problems are solved to their satisfaction where possible. Referring any unsolved problems to the Deputy Materials Manager as soon as practicable.
Process ad hoc orders from ward staff in a speedy and efficient manner.
In the situation of stock shortages, advise on alternative products and prioritise stock delivery to maintain ward services.
Contribute to the provision of a comprehensive Stores Service to all wards and departments of the George Eliot Hospital on site.
About us
Here at George Eliot our vision to'excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:
Effective Open Communication
excellence and safety in everything we do
Challenge but support
Expect respect and dignity
Local health that inspires confidence
Benefits: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, in house training and development, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Receiving goods from suppliers/ carriers, which include manually unloading supply vehicles in all weather conditions, as required.
Check goods received and deal with any discrepancies. Input the information onto the computerised stock management system or distribute non-stock receipts to end-users.
Distribution of goods/ supplier.
Receipt of goods/ supplies.
Contribute to the maintenance of the ward top up system in order to support the day-to-day operation of the Trust assisting in the compilation of orders, for goods held in store with Ward/ Department staff to ensure that their stock levels are realistic and workable.
Maintaining the data on the computerised stock management system and ensuring data is up to date and correct.
Pick, pack and distribute ordered stores to wards/ departments promptly. This is undertaken on a regular daily basis and entails lifting and transporting by hand in cages and sometimes awkward loads, in all weather conditions throughout the shift.
Deal with enquiries from wards/ departments and ensure that their problems are solved to their satisfaction where possible. Referring any unsolved problems to the Deputy Materials Manager as soon as practicable.
Process ad hoc orders from ward staff in a speedy and efficient manner.
In the situation of stock shortages, advise on alternative products and prioritise stock delivery to maintain ward services.
Assist with stocktaking as required.
Maintain the stores in a clean and tidy condition to provide a safe working environment adhering to all Health and safety procedures and promoting a Health and Safety culture within the department.
Carry out any other reasonable requests from Management.
Undertake occupational and vocational training as and when necessary.
Attend safety training to be aware of the need for safety and security of the Stores, its stock and staff always.
Please note that this list is not exhaustive, for more information please find that the full details can be found in the attached Job Description and Personal Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Receiving goods from suppliers/ carriers, which include manually unloading supply vehicles in all weather conditions, as required.
Check goods received and deal with any discrepancies. Input the information onto the computerised stock management system or distribute non-stock receipts to end-users.
Distribution of goods/ supplier.
Receipt of goods/ supplies.
Contribute to the maintenance of the ward top up system in order to support the day-to-day operation of the Trust assisting in the compilation of orders, for goods held in store with Ward/ Department staff to ensure that their stock levels are realistic and workable.
Maintaining the data on the computerised stock management system and ensuring data is up to date and correct.
Pick, pack and distribute ordered stores to wards/ departments promptly. This is undertaken on a regular daily basis and entails lifting and transporting by hand in cages and sometimes awkward loads, in all weather conditions throughout the shift.
Deal with enquiries from wards/ departments and ensure that their problems are solved to their satisfaction where possible. Referring any unsolved problems to the Deputy Materials Manager as soon as practicable.
Process ad hoc orders from ward staff in a speedy and efficient manner.
In the situation of stock shortages, advise on alternative products and prioritise stock delivery to maintain ward services.
Assist with stocktaking as required.
Maintain the stores in a clean and tidy condition to provide a safe working environment adhering to all Health and safety procedures and promoting a Health and Safety culture within the department.
Carry out any other reasonable requests from Management.
Undertake occupational and vocational training as and when necessary.
Attend safety training to be aware of the need for safety and security of the Stores, its stock and staff always.
Please note that this list is not exhaustive, for more information please find that the full details can be found in the attached Job Description and Personal Specification.
Person Specification
Qualification(s) and Professional Training
Essential
- GCSE Math and English GCSE Grade 4+ or equivalent, ideally with an NVQ level 2 or experience working in a store's environment
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- An ability to communicate effectively with Stakeholders and Suppliers
- Good numerical skills
Desirable
- Good communication skills, to influence and convey key messages to a select audience
- Good interpersonal skills; being an effective communicator and influencer, capable of selling the Materials Management function at operational levels, both internally externally
- To be able to train other team members as required
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Understanding of a warehouse environment
Desirable
- Knowledge of Inventory Management Systems and issues
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Shows and demonstrates initiative
- Adaptable
- Team Player
- Dependable, flexible, and trustworthy, applying an appropriate ethical approach in commercial dealings on behalf of the Trust
Desirable
- Flexible
- Well organised with the ability to prioritise work
Other
Essential
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
- Delivery of an efficient and customer focused Procurement service
- Professional appearance and conduct at all times
Desirable
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of equality of opportunity and diversity
- Ability to work flexible hours and to travel across Trust sites if required
Trust Values
Essential
- Effective Open Communication
- Excellence and safety in all that we do
- Challenge but support
- Expect respect and dignity
- Local healthcare that inspires confidence
Person Specification
Qualification(s) and Professional Training
Essential
- GCSE Math and English GCSE Grade 4+ or equivalent, ideally with an NVQ level 2 or experience working in a store's environment
Desirable
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- An ability to communicate effectively with Stakeholders and Suppliers
- Good numerical skills
Desirable
- Good communication skills, to influence and convey key messages to a select audience
- Good interpersonal skills; being an effective communicator and influencer, capable of selling the Materials Management function at operational levels, both internally externally
- To be able to train other team members as required
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Understanding of a warehouse environment
Desirable
- Knowledge of Inventory Management Systems and issues
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Shows and demonstrates initiative
- Adaptable
- Team Player
- Dependable, flexible, and trustworthy, applying an appropriate ethical approach in commercial dealings on behalf of the Trust
Desirable
- Flexible
- Well organised with the ability to prioritise work
Other
Essential
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
- Delivery of an efficient and customer focused Procurement service
- Professional appearance and conduct at all times
Desirable
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of equality of opportunity and diversity
- Ability to work flexible hours and to travel across Trust sites if required
Trust Values
Essential
- Effective Open Communication
- Excellence and safety in all that we do
- Challenge but support
- Expect respect and dignity
- Local healthcare that inspires confidence
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
