Job requirements
Essential
6 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Can demonstrate excellent communication skills
- Skills
Can give examples of problem solving in a previous role
- Skills
Ability to demonstrate IT skills and experience.
- Knowledge
Knowledge of Trust Procurement processes.
- Experience
Previous experience in an stores/stock environment
- Experience
Use of NHSCC systems and Integra
Desirable
5 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Skills
Essential criteria
- Skills
Essential
- Knowledge
Desirable criteria
- Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience
Desirable criteria
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in the theatre department, managing the stock and equipment, and ordering items for use in the clinical environment.
This is a busy role working across several disciplines working closely with the theatre teams and the management team. The role is part of a small team working closely together.
Main duties of the job
The main responsibilities include:
- Using the Trust procurement systems i.e. Integra and NHS Supply Chain to order stock items.
- Carrying out stock management tasks, i.e. stock location, reordering, stock put away and housekeeping within the relevant areas.
- Communication at all levels within the job role is vital in relation to the requirements of the various teams.
- Working closely with the Procurement teams to establish alternative products where the standard item is not available.
- Working proactively to ensure that stock levels are suitable for the needs of the service, and escalating any concerns to Senior Management.
- Managing the sterile instrument sets used within the theatre environment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see a full list of the main responsibilities within the job description which is attached to this vacancy.
Applicant requirements
This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.
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This advert is for Stock & Equipment Controller with Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Crewe, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Controller role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 pa. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 20 Sep 2026.
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