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Continuous At Sea Deterrence is one of the Royal Navy’s key outputs. 43 CDO delivers protection to this capability as well as providing support to Commando Force’s operations. Within 43 CDO, the G1098 store provides crucial logistical support to the unit, enabling operational commitments to endure whilst assuring the unit’s stock holdings. As storekeeper you will be firmly involved in the effective management of the store in direct support of the 43 CDO mission.

This is an outstanding opportunity offered within the 43 CDO team, and is multifaceted, rewarding and exciting! Do you have the motivation to improve the management of stores and the culture of good, safe practice? We are looking for someone who is committed and dedicated to improving the lived and working experience of our Royal Marines and the MOD Civil Servants who support their operations. Are you a pro-active, hard-working individual? One who is motivated to play an engaging, exciting and critical part in our support to 43 CDO’s role to generate and operate forces for today and to ensure we are ready for tomorrow by developing and delivering the Navy of the future.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

The primary role of the storekeeper is to work within the G1098 store. You will conduct receipt of goods in and issue of goods out; issue of kit to individuals; distribution of material to Squadron registers; and will liaise with other departments to arrange collection of stores. Furthermore, you will contribute to the effective management of stock and the day to day running of a lively store in direct support of 43 CDO’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Primary purpose is to work within the G1098 Stores Office, co-ordinating all paperwork for the department ensuring the adherence to accurate and correct accounting procedures.
• Be proficient in the use of current logistics information systems software and all accounting processes.
• Ensuring that all vouchers are posted and checked as per current regulations and guidelines.
• Ensuring that all individuals with personal responsibility for holdings are accurately recorded and specimen signatures held. Holdings are to be mustered 6 monthly or on change of custodian. Ensure that relevant prints are prepared for these musters.
• Inputting demands with the correct standard priority code.
• Ensuring that all typing and correspondence is checked and that any errors are corrected prior to dispatch or presentation to OC Logs or RQMS.
• Conduct manual handling of stores and deliveries as and when required.
• Ensuring that the office area is kept clean and tidy after each day’s business is completed. They are to ensure that all paperwork is properly and securely stowed away.
• Being compliant with current SHEF regulations within the working environment.
• Carrying out any other tasks that may reasonably be asked of them by the Office Manager or RQMS.
• Being compliant with current Health&Safety at Work regulations within their working environment and taking reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions.

Qualifications

Must be comfortable working with standard Microsoft applications, phone communications and online meeting applications (Skype/ Teams).

Desirable

Experience in working in a Stores/ Warehouse Environment.

Experience in use of current logistics information systems software.

Nationality requirements

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• Nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• Nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with settled or pre-settled status or who apply for either status by the deadline of the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• Relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals working in the Civil Service
• Relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals who have built up the right to work in the Civil Service
• Certain family members of the relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Managing a Quality Service
• Leadership
• Communicating and Influencing
• Working Together

Benefits we offer

As a civil servant in Navy Command, you will be part of a forward-looking organisation with inclusive work environment policies, excellent career prospects, and a job that makes a difference.

Navy Command prides itself on being a supportive employer and where possible encourages flexible working, helping you to maintain a great work/life balance.

Other benefits for Navy Command civil servants include:

• 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service.
• A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
• Learning and development tailored to your role
• An environment with flexible working options
• Access to a confidential, professional support service.
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
• Discount schemes.
• Bicycle / season ticket loans.
• Enhanced parental, and adoption leave.
• Special paid leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year.

In Navy Command, we believe that everyone has the potential to make a difference and you will be supported to help you learn and advance in your career. This includes working towards membership of a professional body and/or undertaking an apprenticeship as part of your role. Roles can offer great satisfaction and there are many opportunities to develop and progress both within the Department and across the wider Civil service.

Site Specific Benefits

• Free onsite parking
• Use of Leisure facilities i.e. Fully equipped Gym.
• Onsite Shop and Café.
• Use of mess Pay as dine facilities
• 43 CDO hold various inclusive events open to all civilian staff i.e Families Day

The post does not offer relocation expenses.

External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.

Please note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment by 31st December 2022. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

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Job contact :

Name :
Lt Angus Robertsn RN
Email :
[email protected]

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