Job Description

Parts Assistant - Ponton Road (Evening / Night shift)

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Vacancy Reference Number
19781


Number of Vacancies
1
(B) OCU
Operational Support Services
Location
Ponton Road Workshop (Evening / Night shift Shift Hours TBC, the role will require travel to various sites in London)
Band
Band E
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
36 hours per week
Type of Contract
Permanent
Job Advert

Job Title:

Parts Assistant - Ponton Road (Evening / Night shift)

Salary:

The starting salary is 41,630, which includes allowances totalling 9,750.


The salary is broken down as 31,880 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale 34,108. Plus, a Night Disturbance Allowance of 6,822 and a location allowance of 1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of 1,000.

Location

Ponton Road Workshop (Evening / Night shift Shift Hours TBC, the role will require travel to various sites in London)



The police vehicle fleet is an important physical asset. It enables officers and staff to do their job, carries key equipment required, and provides safe transportation for the public / prisoners.


The role of Fleet Services is to keep the Met mobile, ensuring we can detect, respond to, and prevent crime whilst building public trust and confidence. Fleet Services are committed to leading with innovation, responsibility and environmental consciousness, striving for a fleet that is safer, smarter and cleaner, with a focused approach as follows:

We will manage responsibly to deliver an excellent service and achieve value for money We will deliver strategies to manage the fleet efficiently and effectively We will deliver a fit-for-purpose, flexible and available fleet

The complex needs of modern policing requires a wide range of vehicle types. We operate a fleet of over 5,200 assets on the road and river, as well as over 1,000 pedal cycles. London is the most complex and diverse city in the UK, and our fleet is reflective of that. We currently have over 220 different types of vehicles supporting all operational commands including armed response vehicles, HGVs, patrol cars, motorbikes and pedal cycles.


Customers can be broadly grouped into three strategic pillars - Frontline Policing, Met Ops & Performance, and Counter Terrorism / Specialist Operations. Collectively this covers pan London requirements as well as national CT responsibilities.


The overall fleet requirements and volumes are owned and governed by operational leaders at the Strategic Fleet Board. Operational teams are accountable for the volume of fleet required to undertake their roles, and Fleet Services support and enable effective decision making through provision of information and technical / industry knowledge.

Key responsibilities

Parts / Materials - Support the Parts Technical Advisors and the Parts / Stores Manager in the effective running of the Stores on a workshop site. Deal with queries, support set up activities for jobs, receive and re-stock shelves, and investigate issues with certain parts Orders - Raise requisitions and Purchase Orders as directed Receiving orders - Ensuring delivery notes are as per delivery where items match the order description, quantities are correct, are of merchantable quality and conform to the vehicle manufactures and Metropolitan Police Specifications. Ensure prompt payment for services on MPS systems Returns - Become proficient in the return of parts to local suppliers, main dealers, manufacturers, being mindful of an effective audit trail, time restraints and costs Paperwork / System information - Carry out a range of data entry functions on Fleet systems and spreadsheets to ensure data is accurate in regards to parts / materials. Ensure all relevant paperwork is completed and signed and that all records are accurate and up to date. Stock management - Assisting with regular perpetual inventory stock audits to about 10% of the stock holding and include a monthly tyre count. Regularly monitoring stock trends with a view to increasing and decreasing stock levels and recommend new lines when appropriate depending on usage and vehicle make up Effective storage of materials - Being mindful of the specialised material and hazardous parts that are used on some of our sites and understanding the way these parts and materials are stored i.e. batteries, paint, solvents, chemical cleaners and general cleaners. Also knowing and understanding the COSHH regulations which relate to this material. Keep stock and non-stock parts stored in clean appropriate bin locations whilst managing obsolete stock and security within the Parts Dept and workshop being able to show audit trails and accountability of all parts. Health & Safety - In the course of carrying out their duties the individual has a primary responsibility for both their own health and safety and the health and safety of others and should implement and comply with all Health & Safety training and/or requirements. At all times wear the correct personal protective equipment for the task being carried out. Be available and willing to carryout Health & Safety training in line with HSE where applicable including travel to and from external training facilities within MET policies. Reports - produce various management information / reports to help show what is required on the fleet, any areas not delivering in line with plans, and potential improvements

How to apply

To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply now" button below. The application process requires a comprehensive CV, a Personal Statement, and an online application form. In your Personal Statement, you should explain your interest in the position and illustrate how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate. Please note that you should not submit two copies of your CV, and ensure that your documents are saved in either PDF or Word format, clearly labelled as CV and Personal Statement.

Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 19th September 2025.

Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. The application review for this vacancy will commence 1-2 weeks after the vacancy has closed.


Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview. Interview dates will commence 1-2 weeks after the hiring managers review.

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Essential For The Role

Knowledge and Skills

Fleet Services - Understands how fleet services work Vehicle Parts - Knowledge of different parts required for a range of vehicles IT skills - good working knowledge of MS Office applications and competent in using these alongside MPS systems. Communication skills - Able to communicate effectively (verbal, written, digital), chair meetings and present to team and management. Use of active listening and provision of constructive feedback. Planning - strong planning and organisation skills Stock / Parts rooms - Knowledge of stores control procedures and audit trail requirements. Team Player - Be a proactive team player able to participate in meetings, process telephone calls, provide customer service and provide specialist advice and knowledge. Records management - Knowledge of how to review, retain and dispose of records and information.

Experience

Parts / Supply Chain - Experience working in parts or supply chain in automotive environment Payments and financial management - Experience of managing a budget and making payments Qualifications / Certifications - NVQ/City and Guilds Part 1 and 2 (Craft) or equivalent.

Required Languages
English
Reports To
Parts Manager, Fleet Services
Additional Information
CVF Staff Final v2.pdf - 971KB Opens in a new window

Disability Confident Statement

The Met is committed to being an equitable (fair and impartial) and inclusive employer for disabled people, striving to have a diverse and representative workforce at all levels. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and long-term conditions, ethnic minority groups and women.



As a Disability Confident Leader, the Met has committed to making disability equality part of our everyday practice. We ensure that people with disabilities and those with long term conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.



The Met is committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to ensure disabled applicants can perform at their best. If you need any reasonable adjustments or changes to the application and recruitment process, we ask that you include this information within your application form. All matters will be treated in strict confidence.




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