Stores Operative

Murphy is a leading international, specialist engineering and construction company founded in 1951 with a purpose to improve life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada and America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation; natural resources; energy and water. 

Headquartered in London, Murphy has a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities.

Murphy employs around 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, they work as ‘One Murphy’ - directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. Visit (url removed) or follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and X:

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Overview

We are seeking a reliable and organised Operative / Storeman to support the efficient management of tools and equipment across our stores and depot locations. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate stock control, supporting operational processes, and ensuring high standards of service and communication.

What your day will look like:

Manage the movement of small tools between Projects and depot locations
Process internal and external hire requests,
Raise sales and repair charges in accordance with company procedures
Conduct Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI), Off-Hire inspections, and perform minor repairs and servicing
Coordinate the exchange of externally hired equipment with internal stock where appropriate
Arrange equipment swaps for assets requiring servicing or maintenance
Maintain high standards of housekeeping within the stores and workshop areas
Conduct regular weekly inspections of the workspace
Collaborate effectively with colleagues, including teams based in the Midlands  

What we need from you: 

Proven knowledge and understanding of small tools and equipment
Strong communication skills, both verbal (telephone) and written (email)
Ability to manage workload independently and prioritise tasks effectively
Good level of computer literacy
Familiarity with Syrinx systems is advantage but not essential
Flexibility to deliver equipment when required
Comfortable using mobile devices and digital tools