Storeperson / Labourer
Location: Heathrow Airport, London
Reports To: Site Management Team
About Designer Group
Designer Group (DG) is a leading specialist Mechanical and Electrical service provider working directly with clients and Tier 1 main contractors on a range of high-profile projects throughout London and the surrounding areas. The UK business opened in 2006 and has grown into a highly successful operation, delivering projects across multiple sectors. Following a strategic transformation to an engineering-led approach, the business continues to successfully deliver complex projects while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and innovation.
Our success depends solely on the quality and motivation of our people and their ability to challenge the norm.
The Role
Designer Group is seeking a reliable and organised Storeperson / Labourer to support operations on a major project at Heathrow Airport. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing site stores, controlling materials and equipment, maintaining housekeeping standards, and supporting logistics activities to ensure the efficient operation of the project.
This role requires a proactive individual with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and productive working environment.
Key Responsibilities
Receiving and Inspecting Goods
- Receive deliveries and check goods against purchase orders and delivery notes.
- Verify quantities, descriptions, and condition of materials upon receipt.
- Report shortages, damages, discrepancies, or incorrect deliveries to the procurement team.
- Maintain accurate records of all incoming deliveries.
Safe Storage and Housekeeping
- Store materials in designated locations with appropriate labelling.
- Follow safe stacking procedures and FIFO (First In, First Out) stock rotation principles.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and hazard-free stores environment.
- Ensure materials and equipment are stored safely and securely at all times.
Issuing and Dispatching Stock
- Issue materials and equipment in response to project requirements.
- Record all stock movements and update inventory records accurately.
- Prepare materials for collection, transfer, or dispatch as required.
- Ensure stock levels remain accurate and traceable.
Inventory Control
- Conduct regular stock checks and periodic stocktakes.
- Monitor minimum and maximum stock levels.
- Raise replenishment requests when stock levels require replenishment.
- Assist with inventory reporting and stock reconciliation activities.
Store Security and Compliance
- Control access to the stores area and ensure it is secured when unattended.
- Maintain compliance with health, safety, environmental, and company procedures.
- Manage returns, obsolete stock, and scrap materials in accordance with company policies.
- Support site audits and inspections as required.
Coordination and Communication
- Liaise with suppliers regarding deliveries and material discrepancies.
- Coordinate transport and logistics for incoming and outgoing goods.
- Support procurement activities through documentation and tracking of orders.
- Work closely with site management, supervisors, and project teams to ensure timely availability of materials.
Additional Duties
- Manage site consumables and equipment inventories.
- Coordinate material deliveries to workfaces and designated site locations.
- Maintain high standards of site housekeeping.
- Manage waste segregation and disposal in line with project requirements.
- Assist with site logistics, including the movement of materials, plant, and equipment across site.
- Support general labouring duties as required by the project team.
Candidate Requirements
Essential
- Previous experience in a Stores, Warehouse, Logistics, Labouring, or Construction Site role.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Good numeracy skills and ability to maintain accurate records.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Understanding of site health and safety requirements.
- Full right to work in the UK.
Desirable
- Experience on construction, M&E, infrastructure, or airport projects.
- Forklift or telehandler certification.
- Manual handling training.
- Knowledge of inventory control systems.
- CSCS Card.
Key Skills and Competencies
- Strong numerical and record-keeping ability.
- Excellent organisation and time management.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication skills.
- Customer-focused approach.
- Ability to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive and flexible attitude.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on a high-profile Heathrow Airport project.
- Collaborative and supportive working environment.
- Commitment to employee wellbeing, safety, and professional development.