Uniform Fitter / Storesperson

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to undertake the role of Uniform Fitter/Storeperson. This is a challenging role that requires the successful candidate to carry out the measurement and fitting of bespoke and off the peg uniform and equipment for a wide variety of Police officer and Police staff roles within the force. This will be carried out in accordance with force procedures and protocols. The successful candidate will process requisitions ready for the picking, issuing and packaging of uniform and non-uniform items. There is also a requirement to undertake stocktaking duties, process exchanges, returns and the disposal of returned uniform and non-uniform equipment as directed. To deal promptly and safely with incoming deliveries including unloading and checking of goods, signing advice notes and placing items into stock, updating the stores record system as appropriate. Based in the Uniform Stores the successful candidate should be aware that this role will involve a large element of manual handling. Applicants should provide evidence of the following skills/experience within the reason for application

• Delivering high levels of customer service and working in a customer service environment.
• Communicate effectively, thrive under pressure and understand the cultural differences of others.
• Strong teamwork to build trust, share knowledge, and achieve common goals.
The following areas would be desirable:
• An understanding and awareness of Health and Safety and manual handling in the workplace.
• Embracing new ideas, adapting to change, and seeking creative solutions for continuous improvement.
• Using facts and evidence to understand problems and make better decisions.
• Experience of using embroidery or sewing machines.
• Knowledge of stock control.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office 365 packages., If you're not from the UK, you must be a resident in the UK and have lived here continuously for the last three years. You must also be free from restrictions with indefinite leave to remain. If you're from the UK you must have lived here continuously for the last three years. This doesn't apply to those serving abroad in the British Armed Forces.
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• Have subjected our Disability Confident self-assessment to external challenge and validation.
• Are taking an active leadership role in encouraging and helping other employers on their journey to becoming Disability Confident.
  
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