Delkia is a specialist engineering & technology company for safety-related and mission critical systems in Defence and Nuclear sectors. Our offer incorporates: systems integration, engineering design and technical consultancy.
Materials Controller
Location: Haydock, St Helens
Attendance: Fulltime onsite at Haydock Industrial Park
Job type: Permanent / Full time
Salary: Competitive
Delkia is a specialist engineering and technology company for safety-related and mission critical systems in highly regulated sectors, including aerospace, clean energy and maritime sectors. Our offer incorporates: engineering design, technical consultancy and systems integration.
We believe that engineering is not just about technology, manufacturing and innovation. It’s about the people behind it. Delkia ensures that its teams are the focus of its business through passion, belief and simply a better way of working, resulting in great outcomes for our customers. We’re also proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and invest in future talent through supporting STEM initiatives, apprenticeships, placements and summer interns.
The company’s Head Office is at Westlake's Science and Technology Park in West Cumbria, with systems integration, assembly & testing facilities in Egremont, Cumbria and design offices in Haydock, Merseyside. This is augmented by a network of staff working across the UK, creating a dynamic and highly skilled team.
Come and join a company that values our people and is growing fast.
Overview of the role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Materials Controller to manage, track, and coordinate the movement and inventory of materials throughout our operations. The ideal candidate will ensure materials are received, stored, and distributed accurately and efficiently, supporting production schedules and minimizing downtime.
What you’ll be responsible for:
* Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels of materials and supplies.
* Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials and reconcile against purchase orders.
* Coordinate material deliveries to production or project sites as per schedule.
* Maintain proper documentation and records for material movements and transactions.
* Work closely with procurement, warehouse, and project teams to forecast material needs.
* Identify and report any material shortages, excesses, or quality issues.
* Ensure proper storage practices to maintain material quality and minimize loss or damage.
* Conduct periodic inventory counts and audits to ensure stock accuracy.
* Assist with implementation and improvement of materials tracking systems.
* Adhere to all safety, quality, and compliance procedures.
* Coordinate the return of unused, defective, or surplus materials to suppliers or central storage, ensuring appropriate documentation, labelling, and condition checks.
* Liaise with procurement and quality teams to manage and track return authorizations (RAs) and credit notes where applicable.
What you’ll bring:
* Proven experience as a Materials Controller, Storekeeper, Inventory Coordinator, or similar role.
* Strong understanding of supply chain, inventory, and warehouse processes.
* Proficient in inventory management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems).
* Good organizational and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
* Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, email, etc.).
Nice to have:
* Forklift certification or experience operating material handling equipment.
* Knowledge of HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards.
Armed Forces Covenant Commitment:
* As an Armed Forces Covenant Bronze Member, we commit to ensuring Armed Forces personnel leaving the service and Armed Forces Veterans will be actively considered alongside other candidates. Please indicate your previous service in your application. This role has been mapped against the RN/Army/RAF career streams and is closely aligned with NCO roles, such as Corporal Logistics.
What we offer:
* Competitive salary
* Flexible working
* Training and development
* Excellent company standards
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Health care
* Company annual bonus scheme
* Birthday leave
* Great team spirit
* Organised social events
* Professional membership
Our Vision:
To be the UK’s leading engineering and technology partner for safety-related and mission-critical systems.
Our Mission:
To enable a safer, more resilient world through the provision of engineering and technological solutions. We take pride in our role as a partner for safety-critical systems, ensuring the protection of people, assets, and missions that matter most.
Our Values:
* Collaboration and teamwork
* Integrity, trust and accountability
* Safety and security
* Client focused
* Positive social value and impact
* Continuous improvement
Our Purpose:
At Delkia we are driven by our purpose to protect lives and critical assets.
Equal opportunities: Delkia is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Please be aware that many roles working for Delkia will be subject to UK national security vetting restrictions. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and satisfy requirements for national security vetting clearance as appropriate.
All applications will be dealt with in the strictest of confidence. If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the application process, please get in touch to discuss.
Note to Agencies: Delkia has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Please note that any unsolicited CVs submitted will be deemed as gifted to Delkia and any terms & conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be null and void.