Job title Safe Assistant
Location: Royston
12-month FTC
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Job purpose
We are seeking a Safe Assistant to provide an efficient and professional vaulting, storage, packing and despatch service for all precious metal holdings whilst conforming to Security and Health and Safety requirements.
As the job title, you will help drive our goals by:
1. To ensure the safe and secure storage of metal in the Safe and Vault at Royston, ensuring that weekly stock takes are carried out; the regular monthly stock take is held efficiently and that stock differences are within laid down limits.
2. The receipt, weighing and checking of all material received into the Safe to guarantee weights are correct, only acceptable brands are taken and that each container is sealed and undamaged.
3. The dispensing, packing, stamping and paperwork production for all metal leaving the Safe to agreed timelines, exact weights, and with correct packing.
4. The receipt and checking of material, including bars, in and out of the Vault including loading and offloading from security vehicles and the safe stacking/storage of pallets using a forklift.
5. Help when required with the ordering of all supplies and consumables for the area, together with the organisation of maintenance, repairs and replacements for the area.
6. The management of the Vault stocks to optimise their use and reduce time spent in moving materials, whilst limiting risk to Johnson Matthey.
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:
7. Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills combined with a flexible and professional attitude.
8. Excellent numeracy skills are essential.
9. Excellent attention to detail is a key requirement to this role.
10. A basic working knowledge of computer systems is required, plus the ability and confidence to work with them.
11. Ability to manually handle weights of up to 25 Kg on a regular basis, and occasionally up to 30 Kg.
12. A forklift licence holder is desired but not an essential requirement in the role. Training will be provided if required.
Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!
What we offer:
We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:
13. Retirement savings
14. Share plans
15. Saving accounts
16. Life assurance and income protection
17. Medical plans / health assessments
18. Fitness discounts
Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!
At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
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Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.
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