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JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: B

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full-time

DEPARTMENT: Scotland Business Operations

LOCATION: Office Based, Pacific Quay, Glasgow

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £25,700- £30,233 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

BBC EXTEND

This role is advertised as part of our BBC Extend programme for disabled people. To apply for this role you should identify as deaf, disabled or neurodivergent and must meet either the definition of disability in the Equality Act (2010), or the definition of disability in the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) if applying in Northern Ireland. You’re broadly defined as disabled under both acts if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative or adverse effect on your ability to do normal daily activities. This definition includes both apparent and non-apparent conditions and impairments, and medical conditions such as Cancer, HIV or Multiple Sclerosis.

We are committed to making the process of applying for this role as accessible as possible. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the application process, or have any questions about our Extend programme, please contact extend@bbc.co.uk.

The BBC are fully committed to providing workplace adjustments to help eliminate barriers in the workface that disabled people face. To do this, we have our own dedicated BBC Access and Disability Service that provides assessments and support throughout employment with us. If you are successful in applying for this role and require workplace adjustments, we will work with you to get your adjustments in place.

If you’d like more information on BBC Extend, please visit the BBC Extend webpage. (EXTEND code: EX2324).

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Are you highly organised, safety-conscious, and great at working across teams? We’re looking for an Operations Stores Supervisor to manage equipment allocation and ensure smooth operations across our sites.

In this role, you’ll play a vital part in our operations, collaborating closely with technical teams. You’ll be responsible for end-to-end equipment management, including, safe loading/unloading and delivery of broadcast kit, inventory control, and maintaining a safe, organised logistics environment.

Operating in a fast-paced setting, this role demands attention to detail, strong teamwork, and a flexible, solutions-focused approach.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

As part of BBC Scotland Business and Operations, you’ll help deliver creative technical broadcast solutions that support programme-making across TV, radio, and digital platforms.

Join us and make an impact—build relationships, grow technical knowledge, solve challenges, and keep our operations running smoothly.

We work in a dynamic environment and provide tools and support to help you succeed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and manage broadcast equipment and managing use of our fleet vehicles, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Serve as the main Stores contact for teams and productions, handling in-person, email, and phone enquiries.
• Transport equipment across Scotland, including collections and deliveries.
• The role involves some manual handling such as loading and transportation of kit; we provide training and reasonable adjustments where needed.
• Assist operational crews with rigging of equipment when required.
• Resolve equipment shortages and implement effective inventory and stocktaking systems.
• Maintain compliance with BBC policies, safety standards, and risk assessments.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Experience in a similar role within a fast-paced environment, ensuring efficiency and accuracy under pressure.
• Proven ability to manage resources, solve problems quickly, and make informed decisions accurately. Adaptable to shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
• Excellent organisational and teamwork skills; confident in building relationships and negotiating effectively with suppliers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; with a commitment to learning new systems and contributing to project-based initiatives.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and risk management practices.

DESIRABLE

• Knowledge of Outside Broadcast (OB) equipment and be keen to expand your technical expertise.
• Supervisory experience that demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and effective team leadership.
• Experience of inventory systems, keeping track of equipment and making sure our stock records are accurate. Taking a proactive approach to process improvements and new systems.
• Current licence to drive vehicles, for kit collections and deliveries.

If you can bring some of these skills and experience, along with transferable strengths, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.