We are currently seeking a Materials Assistant to join our Fleet Production team at Tyseley, on a full time permanent basis.  You would support the safe and effective operation of the stores function at Tyseley with the issuing and stock control of material to support the Production function at Tyseley and other associated Fleet locations.

Key responsibilities (Full details see JD attached)

• Work to the instructions of the Materials Manager, Materials Controller, Stores Team Leader or other Team Leader and under your own initiative in the effective running of Tyseley Stores, undertake any work as required subject to competence
• Ensure that all appropriate procedures and work instructions are carried out in accordance with documented safety, quality, and environmental management systems.
• Ensure the correct storage and stock rotation of material
• Complete PI and outside stock counts in a timely and accurate manner and highlight
• Complete stock takes as required including financial and calendar year end
• Quarantine damaged or rejected material and return to the supplier with appropriate paperwork
• Recommend re-orders for stock
•  Always keep the stores and associated areas clean and tidy

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of Equinox pertaining to the stores function
• Knowledge of the Stores and Depot procedures relating to Equinox, materials handling and storage
• Basic engineering or electrical background
• Knowledge of COSHH safety related procedures and instructions.
• Knowledge of manual handling (theory & practice)
• Knowledge of applicable Safety Management Systems
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

In addition to a competitive salary West Midlands Trains offers a wealth of benefits including free travel on Abellio trains for you, your partner and dependent children, 75% discount on all other train travel over most of the UK rail network, development opportunities to help further your career with West Midlands Trains, and a contributory defined salary pension. 

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any time due to high volumes of applications (please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment).

Applications will be considered from internal colleagues with 6 months in their current role and a full check of absence and disciplinary records.