Materials Controller – Leeds Maintenance Facility

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Materials Controller to join our Leeds Maintenance Facility. Reporting to the Stores Manager, you will ensure that the right materials are available at the right time to support locomotive maintenance, overhaul and repair activities.

Key responsibilities

• Manage goods‑in processes, checking deliveries for accuracy and quality.
• Store materials safely and accurately within the warehouse.
• Raise purchase requisitions and purchase orders.
• Prepare materials for dispatch to overhaul suppliers.
• Load and unload delivery vehicles safely.
• Issue materials to production teams.
• Carry out stock counts and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Expedite supplier orders to minimise operational delays.
• Monitor material usage and stock levels across the site.
• Liaise with the Stores Manager and production teams across multiple locations.
• Maintain housekeeping standards to promote safety and efficiency.

Required profile

• Organised, proactive and comfortable in a fast‑paced engineering environment.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Materials Controller, Stores Controller, Logistics Coordinator, Stock Controller or similar role.
• Experience of materials control, inventory management, logistics or warehouse operations.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive starting salary of £28,000, rising to £29,345 after training.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Flexible Monday‑Thursday 8.5‑hour days and a 7.5‑hour Friday.
• Free on‑site parking and full PPE provision.
• Comprehensive training, development and long‑term career progression.