Stores Technician

University of Oxford - Department of Engineering Science

Placed On: 17th March 2026
Closes: 10th April 2026
Job Ref: 185445

The department of Engineering are looking to recruit a Stores Technician to provide a comprehensive and efficient general stores and goods handling service for the department over its multiple sites.

The main Engineering Science Stores is a busy and varied section dealing with the receipt and issue of materials and equipment to staff within the Department. Based in central Oxford you will check incoming goods, supply orders and advise and assist in packaging of outgoing goods. You will be responsible for inspecting and testing of electrical equipment received in Stores.

Previous experience of working in a store and excellent customer service skills are required for this post. Additionally, you should have the ability to work on your own initiative with minimum supervision and demonstrate patience, tact and a high attention to detail.

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Darren Soden (Darren.soden@eng.ox.ac.uk)

For more information about working at the Department, see www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/

Only online applications received before midday on 10th April 2026 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter, supporting statement (describing how past experience fits with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application (via the 'Apply' button above).

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.