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