Location: East London area
Salary: £29,000 to £32,000, depending on experience
Contract type: Permanent, full-time role
Do you have experience as a Material Controller or Construction Store person and are you seeking a new opportunity? PiLON is hiring for a Materials Controller or an Assistant Materials Controller role to join our Kitchen & Bathroom refurbishment project in the Social Housing sector. This is a chance to be part of a dedicated community of professionals passionate about excellence and making a tangible impact.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment, has strong attention to detail, and is comfortable with physically demanding tasks. You will work closely with purchasing teams, site teams, and contract managers to ensure materials are delivered and handled effectively, and any site-related issues are promptly reported and resolved.
Main Objectives of the Materials Controller role:
Receiving and unpacking material deliveries, inspecting for accuracy and damage
Managing material handling, including loading, unloading, and transporting items manually or with pallet trucks
Sending out materials to teams on-site
Maintaining accurate records of materials issued and received
Conducting monthly inventories to ensure proper stock control
Safely disposing of waste materials in compliance with HSE regulations
Collaborating with site teams to deliver services aligned with contract and company standards
Reporting site issues to the purchasing team, site teams, or contracts managers for resolution
Do you have what it takes to become a Materials Controller at PiLON?
Proven experience in working with construction materials used in property refurbishment
Computer skills and proficiency in basic software for record-keeping and reporting
Knowledge of proper inventory management
Written and verbal communication skills
Physical fitness to perform heavy lifting and manual handling tasks
Self-motivated and able to collaborate effectively with various teams
Prioritisation skills and flexibility to meet commitments and deadlines
Organised with excellent administration skills
Access to a vehicle (preferred) and flexibility to travel to multiple sites
Preferred Certifications (support can be provided if you don't have them yet) :
CSCS card
Asbestos Awareness Training
Health & Safety Awareness
Manual Handling Training
Why work with us? Here are some of the brilliant benefits you could get as a Material Controller:
23 days of holiday per year, excluding Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service)
Up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendations as part of our referral scheme
Significant savings on daily shopping through our benefits portal
A welcoming office, snacks, beverages, friendly colleagues and team socials throughout the year
A supportive culture and a great team with exceptional talent and experience
Trained Mental Health First Aiders support
Annual training budget so you can focus on your personal and professional development and much more
About us:
At PiLON, we're more than just a business. We are a trusted name in construction, known for our reliability and dedication to quality of works.
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because its the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Taking our commitment to diversity seriously, we are proud members of the Black Professionals in Construction Network, a leading organisation focused on promoting inclusion in the built environment sector.
If you are driven, reliable and you aspire to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. In return, you can expect support in achieving both your personal and career aspirations, as you'll work with a team that has a strong sense of motivation and pride in what we do. Apply today for an opportunity to create lasting legacies together.
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