Central Stores Manager

Do you have a passion to work in Housing? Do you have great attention to detail and do you enjoy working in a fast-paced team? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Service Delivery Team within Estate Services as a Central Stores Manager. We are seeking a motivated, highly organised and ambitious individual with great attention to detail. This role will require individuals to be able to work independently and as part of a wider team.

This role is responsible for overseeing the management and processes of materials and equipment required by our caretaking teams, ensuring they are issued with the equipment and materials requested as well as managing budgets in relation to stock.

Key responsibilities include:

• To be part of a team responsible for ensuring that materials and equipment are stocked, readily available, operational and 'fit for purpose' in order to allow the department to efficiently fulfil caretaking and estate services tasks.
• You will be involved in stock level management, receipt of goods, order placement and equipment management within the stores.
• You will manage relationships with suppliers and be able to present information and issue materials and equipment to large groups of dispersed staff.
• You must ensure compliance with COSHH and all other relevant health and safety regulations.
• You will deputise for and assist the Service Delivery Manager as required.

Applicants must address the essential criteria outlined in the person specification. In return, we offer an excellent benefits package, including a competitive salary, participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme, and generous annual leave.

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.

Our staff benefits include:

• Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service.
• A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week.
• Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential.
• Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum.
• Excellent local government pension scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships.
• Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination. Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment.