Location: Kingston upon Thames
Price range: £28,000 to £30,000, depending on experience
Contract Type: Permanent, full-time role
Do you have experience as an Assistant Store person or Assistant Materials Controller, and are seeking a new opportunity? PiLON is hiring for an Assistant Materials Controller role to join our Kitchen & Bathroom refurbishment project in the Social Housing sector. This is a chance to be part of a dedicated community of self-employed professionals who are passionate about excellence and making a tangible impact.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment, has strong attention to detail, and is comfortable with physically demanding tasks. You will work closely with purchasing teams, site teams, and contract managers to ensure materials are delivered and handled effectively, and any site-related issues are promptly reported and resolved.
Main Objectives of the Assistant Materials Controller role:
* Receiving and unpacking material deliveries, inspecting for accuracy and damage
* Managing material handling, including loading, unloading, and transporting items manually or with pallet trucks
* Sending out materials to teams on-site
* Assisting in maintaining accurate records of materials issued and received
* Supporting the team in conducting monthly inventories to ensure proper stock control
* Safely disposing of waste materials in compliance with HSE regulations
* Collaborating with site teams to deliver services aligned with contract and company standards
* Reporting site issues to the purchasing team, site teams, or contracts managers for resolution
Do you have what it takes to become an Assistant Materials Controller at PiLON?
* Proven experience in working with construction materials used in property refurbishment
* Computer skills and proficiency in basic software to be able to support the Materials Controller with record-keeping and reporting
* Written and verbal communication skills
* Physical fitness to perform heavy lifting and manual handling tasks
* Self-motivated and able to collaborate effectively with various teams
* Access to a vehicle (preferred) and flexibility to travel to multiple sites
Preferred Certifications (support can be provided if you don't have them yet):
* CSCS card
* Asbestos Awareness Training
* Health & Safety Awareness
* Manual Handling Training
Why work with us? Here are some of the brilliant benefits you could get as an Assistant Material Controller:
* 23 days of holiday per year, excluding Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service)
* Up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendations as part of our referral scheme
* Significant savings on daily shopping through our benefits portal
* A welcoming office, snacks, beverages, friendly colleagues and team socials throughout the year
* A supportive culture and a great team with exceptional talent and experience
* Trained Mental Health First Aiders support
* Annual training budget so you can focus on your personal and professional development, and much more
About us:
At PiLON, we're more than just a business. We are a trusted name in construction, known for our reliability and dedication to the quality of work. Specialising in planned maintenance and refurbishments within the social housing sector, we're excited to welcome you to our rapidly growing team. Apply today for an opportunity to create lasting legacies together!
Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Taking our commitment to diversity seriously, we are proud members of the
Black Professionals in Construction Network, a leading organisation focused on promoting inclusion in the built environment sector.
If you are driven, reliable, and aspire to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. In return, you can expect support in achieving both your personal and career aspirations, as you'll work with a team that has a strong sense of motivation and pride in what we deliver