Stores Supervisor

About the role We have a fantastic opportunity for a Stores Supervisor to join our Ground Engineering team working on the Sizewell C project in Leiston, Suffolk . Be part of this ‘once in a generation’ project that will deliver clean energy to 6 million homes for the next 60 years. Sizewell C will see the creation of a 3.2 Gigawatt nuclear power station on the Suffolk coast to provide reliable load low‑carbon electricity. The Civil Works Alliance is an extended delivery enterprise involving Sizewell C and three international construction companies: Balfour Beatty, Bouygues Travaux Publics and Laing O’Rourke. We are more than just an alliance; we are bringing together a single delivery organisation with years of learning and experience from other major complex infrastructure programmes worldwide. Role purpose: To manage the day‑to‑day operation of the stores/warehouse, ensuring all plant, equipment, and materials are controlled, stored and issued efficiently, safely and in line with company procedures. What you'll be doing Oversee day‑to‑day stores activities, including the receiving, storage, issuing, and dispatch of materials and plant equipment; Maintain accurate stock control, ensuring inventory records are up to date and clearly documented; Coordinate deliveries and collections to support smooth site operations and minimise disruption; Carry out regular stock checks and investigate any discrepancies in a timely and effective manner; Ensure all stores transactions are supported by the correct documentation and audit trail; Supervise and coordinate stores personnel, allocating daily tasks and managing workloads efficiently; Provide guidance, training, and support to team members to maintain high standards of performance; Ensure all stores activities are carried out in line with health, safety, environmental, and compliance requirements; Maintain a safe, organised, and efficient stores environment at all times; Ensure the correct handling, storage, and disposal of materials in accordance with company procedures; Liaise with site teams, plant, and procurement to ensure materials and equipment are available when required; Identify opportunities to improve stores processes, drive efficiency, support cost control, and promote best practice. Who we're looking for The successful candidate will have the following qualities, skills and experience: Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage priorities effectively; Previous experience within a stores, warehouse, logistics, or similar operational environment; A good understanding of plant, tools, equipment, and materials, ideally within construction or piling; Experience supervising, supporting, or leading a small team; Confident communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across site teams and stakeholders; Good IT skills, including experience using stock systems, Excel, and Word; A proactive approach to workload management, deadlines, accuracy, and accountability; Awareness of health and safety requirements, with a commitment to promoting safe working practices; A forklift licence, logistics qualification, warehouse qualification, or health and safety training would be desirable; A positive, team‑focused approach, leading by example and maintaining high standards in everything you do. Why work for us Our people are our biggest asset and we focus on recruiting, training and developing the people who can apply innovation to deliver the infrastructure of the future. We nurture these talents, offer a great benefits package in addition to a competitive base salary and continually invest in developing the skills of our people at every level. Some of our key benefits are: An attractive/negotiated salary; 25 days annual leave + bank holidays; Pension savings schemes; Enhanced maternity/paternity and family friendly policies; Access to our Refer and Earn scheme; Discretionary annual salary reviews. Diversity and inclusion At Balfour Beatty, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone D&I Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence ‘Employer Recognition Scheme’ and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Balfour Beatty plc