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Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our five-eyes Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies including state-of-the-art sonar radar expendables signature management and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

Job Description

ESCO Maritime Solutions based in Rugeley Staffordshire has an exciting opportunity with our busy Stores Department. We are looking to recruit an individual for a 3 month period.

The role will assist both the Goods Inwards Inspector and Stores personnel. Reporting to the Stores Team Leader the successful candidate will be self motivated and flexible with the ability to inspect bought in materials both mechanical and electrical verify compliance to drawings Company and customer specifications and accept or reject the items in line with procedures and complete the requisite transactions on the company stock system.

The successful candidate will also be required to also undertake the secure storage of purchased items prior to goods being used in production and to provide a formal issue and receipt system to ensure control over direct material receipt and usage as well as to support all other stores functions.

Key responsibilities

• Rudimentary inspection of raw materials electrical components and purchased assemblies to company and/or customer agreed standards and drawings and reporting of results

• Verification by measurement of all critical criteria on incoming materials particularly fabricated metal components

• Formally retain and retrieve Test & Inspection records as necessary

• Advise and assist Supply Chain and manufacturing departments on Company standards

• Liaise with supplier representatives as required

• Support purchasing and planning departments as necessary

• Arbitrate on fitness for purpose of material and if necessary implement the rejection procedure

• Work with the Supply Chain to improve the throughput process and identify failing suppliers or supply processes

• Operate within a stores environment and undertake stores functions

• Driving of the Reach forklift truck Company vehicles and crane

• Provide a counter service for issue / return of materials

• Daily responsibility for Stores functions and inter departmental liaison co-ordinating associated tasks in a timely and efficient manner

• Arrange for removal and storage of incoming goods (accompanied by appropriate paperwork). Ensure that the goods are checked and located within the appropriate stores area ensuring items are transacted onto the computerised system

Personal attributes

• Holds English and Maths GCSE (or equivalent) at grade A*-C/9-4

• ISO 9000/1 procedures experience

• ESD Electrostatic awareness Desirable (training can be arranged)

• Good knowledge of all aspects of stores procedures

• Reach forklift truck licence - Desirable (training can be arranged)

• Experience of using ERPs

• Overhead electrical crane licence (training can be arranged)

• Willingness to learn

• Excellent attention to detail

Please Note the successful candidate must be able to obtain relevant security vetting level status for the role.

This role has been assessed as Inside IR35

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Relocation Support

Attracting high-level talent and people that can add value and expertise is vital to our success. Attracting and retaining brilliant people is imperative so thats why we search across the UK for talent. We offer financial support to candidates that are considering relocating; this is considered on a case-by-case basis per role and subject to HMRC guidelines.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity inclusion equity and equality. Underpinned by our values behaviours and policies we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race religion colour national origin gender identity sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

Company: Ultra Maritime