Job Title: Storeperson
Location: Sherburn in Elmet
Salary: £14 – £17 per hour (depending on experience)
Job type: Full time, Permanent. Standard hours: 07:45 – 17:15. Hours may vary seasonally (winter/summer) depending on operational requirements.
Acorn Event Structures is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of temporary structures and staging for the live events industry. We deliver large-scale infrastructure to major festivals and touring productions across the UK and Europe.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy taking ownership, and want to contribute to some of the biggest live events in the industry, we would love to hear from you.
We are currently seeking a Storeperson to join our team. This is a full-time, permanent position requiring flexibility, including one evening per week and participation in a weekend rota.
Key Responsibilities:
· Maintain stock levels for all standard consumables (e.g. paint, fuel, oils, gas, PPE, fixings)
· Monitor and reorder stock as required – considering ongoing Yard and Event projects
· Liaise with Yard Managers, Project Managers, and Operations teams to ensure stock availability for projects
· Book stock in and out, maintaining accurate records using internal systems
· Manage and track all small tools and equipment via the company’s online system
· Ensure the storeroom is organised, clean, and efficient at all times
· Oversee the storage and management of diesel, oil, and gas supplies
· Handle goods inwards and dispatch, including accepting deliveries and shipping items
· Develop and improve systems and procedures related to stock control and store operations
Requirements:
· Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
· Proactive attitude – this role requires significant time spent in Yard
· Previous experience in a stores or warehouse role
· Experience in construction or live events (desirable but not essential)
· Ability to manage workload independently and meet tight deadlines
· Comfortable working under pressure in a fast-paced environment
· Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across departments
· Proactive and forward-thinking approach
· Basic knowledge of Sage and Excel (advantageous)
· Forklift competency (preferred)
· Full, valid driving licence
What we offer:
· 3% company pension or salary exchange scheme
· 21 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
· Additional 1 day of holiday per year of service
· Bike2Work scheme
· Flexible working arrangements where operationally possible
Candidates with experience of: Storeman / Storewoman, Storekeeper, Store Assistant, Warehouse Operative, Warehouse Worker, Stock Clerk, Stockman, Store Worker, may also be considered for this role.