Materials Controller Consumables PPE

at  Balfour Beatty

About the role
Amazing infrastructure isn’t the only thing that gets built here. Incredible careers do too. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as an Materials Controller (Plant, Tools and Equipment) at Hinkley Point as part of the MEH Alliance with us and you can build something to be proud of here.

ABOUT HINKLEY POINT C

The first new nuclear power station to be built in the UK in over 20 years; Hinkley Point C in Somerset will provide low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes, create thousands of jobs and bring lasting benefits to the UK economy.
Marking a significant milestone in the revitalisation of our nuclear power industry, Hinkley Point C will make a major contribution to the UKs move to reduce carbon emissions. The electricity generated by its two EPR reactors will offset 9 million tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions a year, or 600 million tonnes over its 60-year lifespan.
What you’ll be doing

As a Materials Controller (Plant, Tools and Equipment), you will have the following responsibilities,

• Maintain accurate inventory records, including stock quantities, locations, and movements.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely availability of
• Collaborate with suppliers to obtain quotes, create purchase orders, and ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Analyse production schedules or project plans to determine material requirements and develop material planning strategies.
• Organise and optimise warehouse or storage areas, implementing efficient storage methods and labelling systems.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure incoming materials meet specified quality
• Document inventory, material transactions, supplier information, and generate reports as
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure smooth material requirements and deliveries.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, delivery schedules, and any changes or
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and propose cost-saving initiatives.

Who we’re looking for

Do you have?

• Qualifications in business or procurement or relevant construction discipline would be an advantage.
• Previous experience in materials coordination, inventory management, or related roles is often preferred.
• A good understanding of supply chain processes, including procurement, purchasing, and logistics, is valuable.
• IOSH Managing safely is preferred.
• CCNSG or HSE MaPs Safety Passport
• Ability to obtain a high-level security clearance.

Why work for us
Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.
Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us
Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick is a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions.
We design, install and maintain the complex systems and technologies that underpin the UK’s national infrastructure and bring buildings to life.

As a Materials Controller (Plant, Tools and Equipment), you will have the following responsibilities,

• Maintain accurate inventory records, including stock quantities, locations, and movements.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely availability of
• Collaborate with suppliers to obtain quotes, create purchase orders, and ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Analyse production schedules or project plans to determine material requirements and develop material planning strategies.
• Organise and optimise warehouse or storage areas, implementing efficient storage methods and labelling systems.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure incoming materials meet specified quality
• Document inventory, material transactions, supplier information, and generate reports as
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure smooth material requirements and deliveries.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding order status, delivery schedules, and any changes or
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and propose cost-saving initiatives

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more