Stores Operative

To provide a customer focused, professional and efficient administrative support service to all NIW Stores & MIP Customers. The role is important in ensuring that an efficient administrative function is maintained in line with the Customer & Operation Business Plan and developed in line with evolving NIW Stores/Stock strategy.

The role involves working as part of a Stores Team and will include stock handling, stock checking (Materials and Fuel), documentation completion (manual and computer based) and transportation of materials to/from nominated sites across N.I. MIP Readiness checks on Plant and Equipment including Run Tests, Fluid level checks on Mobile Plant including, Forklifts, Engine driven Generators and Pumps, Lighting checks on Mobile plant Role Responsibilities Stock Handling • Issue and receive Operational and Strategic Stock/Materials: - Issuing customer orders - Receiving stock from suppliers - Stock replenishment and picking • Manage other stock movements (e.g., returning stock to suppliers) • Operate material handling equipment: - Fork trucks (counterbalance and Moffett mounted) - Telescopic handlers • Drive courier vans or HGV lorries to transport materials to/from: - External sites - Operational hubs - Strategic stock locations within Northern Ireland (as per Stores Operational schedule and Major Incident needs) • Handle chemicals and materials in compliance with ADR regulations • Issue and dispose of bottled water as required; record stock levels • Wash and disinfect bowsers, cubes, and tankers in readiness for Major Incident Plan (MIP)

Stock Checking and Standards • Prepare and complete all relevant stores documentation to procedural and auditable standards • Verify documentation for proper authorizations and accurate coding • Participate in stock checking processes: - Weekly stock takes - End-of-financial-year stock take

Major Incident Equipment (MIP) • Conduct routine operational checks on MIP plant and equipment to ensure emergency readiness: - Generators, pumps, bowsers, curtain-side trailers, tankers, etc. • Identify and report equipment failures; perform routine maintenance: - Run checks, lights, brakes, fueling, oiling, greasing, jump-starting, tyre pressure checks • Record results in central spreadsheets for business-wide visibility of MIP equipment availability Operating Standards • Contribute to store layout planning, space utilization, and presentation • Perform general cleaning duties within and around store facilities • Comply with all Health & Safety requirements and complete necessary training • Participate in MIP incidents when called upon

Communications • Maintain effective communication and working relationships with: - Stores colleagues - M&E and other directorate colleagues - Customers and suppliers • Maintain regular dialogue with field staff regarding stock receipt and provision • Provide professional customer service via telephone, email, or in person Other Information • A full, current driving licence or access to a form of transport to enable the candidate to fulfil their responsibilities. • A requirement to participate in an out of hour’s on-call rota as well as a requirement to work overtime; including weekends and public and privilege holiday. • Medically fit to undertake relevant training e.g. working in confined spaces. (Please note that due to Health & Safety regulations there is a maximum weight limit of 120kgs for confined space work, excluding equipment); **Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to carry out other duties as required** Entry Requirements Applicants MUST be able to demonstrate in their application and where necessary at interview: ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 1. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a warehousing/stock control environment; 2. Basic experience in the use of IT systems e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Internet Explorer,working with Stock Inventory databases or spreadsheets; 3. A minimum of HGV Class 2 license (rigid category C vehicle up to 32 tonnes) with relevant CPC. 4. Potential employees must have a permanent residence within 25 miles travelling distance by public road to Ballykeel, 188 Larne Road, BALLYMENA, Co Antrim, BT42 3HA as measured by RAC Route Planner from full postcode to full postcode via the ‘shortest route’ selection on the website. This is to enable NI Water to meet the its key customer service requirements and deliver effective services to customers, particularly in respect of the need to respond promptly to out of hours emergencies.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA 1. Have a valid counter balance Fork truck license or willingness to complete as required 2. A basic Mechanical and Electrical understanding and ability to carry out Maintenance tasks on Mobile Plant including Generators, Pumps, Trailers etc. 3. Experience of the use of hand held stock control scanning equipment Salary £28,084.15 per annum* *This payment is made up of a consolidated value of £23,271.60 and a non-consolidated value of £4,812.60 per annum. Salaries are reviewed annually effective 1st April.

Location Ballykeel Depot, 188 Larne Road, Ballymena, BT42 3HA

Benefits Not only will you be working for one of Northern Ireland’s top companies, you will also receive a number of company benefits to include: • Generous annual leave and public holidays • Flexible working and family friendly policies • Occupational sick pay • Employee assistance programmes • Cycle to work scheme • Volunteering support

Pension

As well as a competitive remuneration package, NI Water offers an excellent DB pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 26.2%.

Annual Leave 24.5 days increasing to 26.5 days after 5 years’ service in addition to up public and privilege holidays.

Health & Wellbeing Programmes NI Water offers a multi award winning Health and Wellbeing programme offering a range of benefits and initiatives to support physical, mental, financial and social health including: • Seasonal health campaigns • Wellbeing Roadshows twice a year across all hubs, including free vaccinations and health checks. • A range of social networks and support forums