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Job Title
Supply Chain Operative
Salary
£24,852.72 per annum
Contract Type
Permanent, Full Time
Hours
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 7.30 AM to 4 PM)
Location
HMS Sultan, Napier House, Military Road, Gosport, Hampshire, England, PO12 3BY
Position Overview
Based at HMS Sultan in Gosport, the role is primarily in a storeroom environment. The post holder is a versatile, customer‑focused Stores Operative responsible for controlling stored items to ensure optimum availability to the military community on site. Training can be provided where appropriate.
Main Duties
The role involves demanding and issuing specialist stores and clothing, unloading deliveries from vehicles, unpacking goods, and replenishing stock. It includes reviewing all incoming deliveries against invoices to identify and resolve any discrepancies, maintaining appropriate stock levels, and carrying out regular stocktaking to ensure compliance checks are completed accurately. The individual is expected to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders while promoting a high standard of customer service. A strong commitment to a safe working culture is essential, including adherence to all Health and Safety procedures, processes, and legal requirements. Additional tasks may be assigned by the Line Manager, including leading changes to support evolving business needs.
What We Are Looking For
The successful candidate is well‑organised, precise, confident and capable of credible communication at all levels. They will be versatile, intuitive, professional, in good judgement and with absolute integrity, responsive to changing needs and calm under pressure. They should be reliable, well‑presented and embody a positive image of the company values. Experience working in a warehouse or store environment is required, along with IT literacy and a good working knowledge of MS Office applications. A demonstrated track record of delivering high‑quality, customer‑facing service is essential. The role requires the ability to adapt to short‑notice changes in requirements and deadlines and a good standard of education – preferably achieving grade C or equivalent in English and Mathematics. Candidates must also be willing to undertake occasional local travel for absence cover. Knowledge of MOD Management of the Joint Deployed Inventory (MJDI) stores accounting applications is desirable; training can be provided.
Additional Information
MOD security clearance and DBS Standard are required. To meet national security vetting requirements, a UK resident for at least 3 years is needed for a Counter Terrorist Check, 5 years for Security Clearance, and 10 years for Developed Vetting prior to the date of application. All Developed Vetted posts require UK Nationals. Proof of right to work in the UK is essential.
Benefits
* Virtual GP accessed by video or phone
* Salary Finance scheme – access part of earned pay before payday and competitive loans
* Choices lifestyle benefits platform – purchase up to five extra days’ holiday, critical illness insurance, dental treatment, technology products
* MiDeals – high‑street discounts from thousands of retailers, gyms, etc.
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme
* Life cover of up to four times your salary
* Enhanced pension contributions, save‑as‑you‑earn scheme, and Mitie Matching Share Plan
* Mitie Stars recognition – cash prizes and top prize draw
* Training and development opportunities
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long‑term condition (e.g. dyslexia, anxiety, autism, a mobility condition or hearing loss) and need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us.
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