Modern Apprentice Store Person, Friarton Depot, Perth - PKC12665

Main Purpose of the Role Working within Perth & Kinross Council is more than a job, it's about being part of an organisation that puts people at the heart of all we do and provides opportunities to make a real difference by enhancing every life we touch. We currently have the following opportunity: Modern Apprentice Store Person (Fixed Term for 12 Months) - PKC12665 £23,650 Friarton Depot, Perth The overall purpose of this job is for you to gain the skills and knowledge required to ensure that Perth & Kinross Council's provision of a comprehensive Stores function within Fleet Management based at Friarton Depot in Perth is maintained. During this time you will undertake an Apprenticeship and continuous personnel development on the job training and become a fully skilled and qualified Store Person with duties consisting of and under supervision for the updating and maintaining of a specialised stores computer system (key2). You will assist with the purchase of vehicles/horticultural parts as well as a range of protective clothing and cleaning stock etc. You will undertake multi discipline activities, including assisting with the management of materials and maintaining stock levels in various areas as well as general housekeeping. Skills & Experience Required You will have a good understanding of duties related to working in a Stores Department environment. Previous work experience of this nature is advantageous You will have good communication skills and telephone manner. You will be a reliable, highly motivated person capable of working as part of a team. You will have Standard Grade general/national 4 or above in Maths, English and a Science or Technical subject. Working at Perth & Kinross Council We have a vision of a confident and ambitious Perth and Kinross, to which everyone can contribute and all can share. Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities . In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours . Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team! Here's what we can offer you : A generous annual leave package Eligibility to join our pension scheme Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working , Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave , time off for volunteering and our Wellbeing Framework Access to a range of benefits We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development. Next Steps We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Jamie Greenhill, Workshop Manager on 01738 477136 to find out more. Click “APPLY NOW” External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer. We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or recruitment@pkc.gov.uk to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process. Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government. To comply with Baseline Personnel Security Standard, you will be required to complete a Disclosure Scotland check. If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.

Location: UK, GB

Posted Date: 5/23/2025