Storekeeper - Kempston in Harlington

We are looking for two dedicated and organised Storekeepers to provide a comprehensive stores service, ensuring the accurate management, control and distribution of all stock, equipment, uniform/PPE and related resources across the Service. This includes maintaining computerised stock management and asset tracking systems, overseeing stock audits, coordinating the receipt and delivery of goods, and delivering an efficient courier service to all Service premises.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the computerised stock management system, ensuring an up-to-date record of all supplies and transactions is provided to Budget Managers, with the information needed to meet Service requirements.
• Ensure all systems, procedures and work practices meet the highest standards, with direct accountability for monthly and annual stock control audits and other audit checks.
• Where inaccuracies are identified, instigate an investigation process to identify findings and provide transparency for audit purposes.
• Maintain stock records and analysis using the computerised stock management system, making recommendations for stock increases or reductions based on demand, and identifying areas for improvement in liaison with the Clothing Manager.
• Facilitate the receipt of external deliveries, including stores stock and mail, ensuring all items are processed in line with Service procedures and promptly delivered to the intended recipients.
• Determine and provide a regular stores and courier service to meet operational and administrative requirements, and as otherwise directed, to all Service premises using a light or medium-sized van provided by the Service.
• Ensure daily courier and mail runs meet operational needs and are efficient and monitored.
• Support Operational Equipment Technicians when required, providing resilience for the charging and maintenance of sufficient BA and inflation cylinder stock to meet operational demand.
• Assist with the ongoing issue of uniform and workwear from Service clothing providers, monitoring quality and stock control compliance.
• Facilitate the fitting and issue of loan undress uniform, clothing and accessories for special events and other requirements, as directed, ensuring items are collected and returned to Stores with completed paperwork.
• Undertake uniform and workwear fittings for new starters and assist with the initial issue of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), uniform and workwear, ensuring employees receive the clothing and equipment needed in a timely manner to meet operational needs.
• Assist the Technical team with maintaining asset tracking systems for Stores products, ensuring a full log of equipment and items is monitored and maintained.

You will have:

• In-depth experience in the field of store accounting, stock control and warehousing.
• In-depth ability to accurately input data onto a computer database and maintain records in programmes such as Microsoft Excel or similar web-based programmes.
• Proven ability to work effectively alone or as part of a team and make a significant contribution to the attainment of joint goals.
• Full manual driving licence with no pending issues with some experience of driving small / medium sized vans.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Good organisational and problem solving skills with an ability to work with minimum supervision in order to meet deadlines.
• Must be capable of performing lifting, carrying, loading and unloading goods in line with Manual Handling Regulations.

Why work with us:

• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Holiday allowance of 25 days* (plus public holidays) on joining; increasing to 30 days* after 5 years' service and 32 days after 10 years' service (*pro rata if part time or irregular working pattern)
• Free access to onsite gym facilities
• Free onsite parking
• Instant access to Lifestyle Savings platform includes a range of discount cards from well-known and independent retailers
• Eligible to sign up to Blue Light Card with access to thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street.

If this role is of interest, please visit our website for further information and to make a formal application. We ask that you include your full career history and reference your skills and experience in line with the job description and person specification within your application and supporting statement.

This post will be exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2023. Therefore, applicants are not entitled to withhold information about convictions which for other purposes are spent under the provision of the Act.

The appointment will be made subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance at the level required for the role.

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Services recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safer recruitment, and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and all staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service is an equal opportunities employer that welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.

As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, we encourage applications from those who have served, are serving, or are part of a military family. Your skills and experience are valued here.

Internal applicants who meet the essential criteria and are at risk of redundancy, or who are under notice as a result of Service redesign, will be given priority consideration in accordance with Service policy.