Want to keep our operations stocked, organised, and running smoothly? Join us as a Stores Assistant and play a vital role in our aviation maintenance team.
What You’ll Do
As a Stores Assistant you will be responsible for maintaining the Hangar 2 stores facilities, ensuring the accurate and compliant receipt, inspection, and storage of aircraft components, materials, and tooling. You’ll ensure all goods meet required condition and documentation standards, monitor stock levels, and help maintain a safe, organised, and efficient stores environment in line with OEM recommendations and UK CAA / EASA regulations.
Working closely with the Lead Store Person, Tooling Specialists, and other team members, you’ll also support tooling checks, prepare aircraft parts for maintenance inputs, and help keep the stores area in top condition for smooth daily operations.
Responsibilities
Goods-In & Stock Control
- Inspect all incoming goods to verify correct condition, documentation, and compliance requirements
- Monitor stock levels and shelf life for all parts and consumables, escalating as necessary within the Supply Chain
- Maintain correct storage of materials in accordance with OEM, UK CAA, and EASA requirements
- Operate the maintenance system effectively for tracking and record keeping
Stores Operations & Tooling
- Support the Lead Store Person in reviewing and improving stores procedures
- Assist Tooling Specialists with periodic tooling checks, inventory management, and record maintenance
- Prioritise and prepare aircraft parts for upcoming maintenance inputs
- Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe stores environment
Compliance & Safety
- Apply Dangerous Goods Awareness practices at all times
- Adhere to company material handling procedures and storage location controls
- Ensure workplace health and safety standards are met and maintained
- Support a positive safety learning culture by reporting hazards and promoting continuous improvement
General Duties
- Assist in the day-to-day running of Hangar 2 stores
- Perform any additional tasks as directed by the Stores & Tooling Supervisor
Qualifications / Requirements
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
Desirables
- Previous stores or warehouse experience.
- Knowledge of HF (Human Factors), EWIS (Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems), and FTS (Fuel Tank Safety)
- Knowledge and understanding of applicable Part-145 and Part-M/CAMO requirements
- Experience in an aviation environment would be advantageous
Why Join WASL?
WASL also offers comprehensive benefit packages to its eligible employees. This includes:
- Competitive salaries, flexible working patterns
- 33 days annual leave (pro-rota for part time) including UK bank holidays, holiday buy & sell scheme
- Health & wellbeing support, company pension, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, retail discounts, referral bonus
About Us
Willis Aviation Services Limited are part of Willis Lease Finance Corporation, a pioneer and provider of global aviation services for over 45 years. Our facility at Teesside International Airport provides base maintenance, return to service, aircraft disassembly, short and long term aircraft storage, and ground and cargo handling services.
At Willis Aviation Services Limited (WASL), we are committed to fair hiring practices and building a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace. We value every individual’s contribution and make employment decisions based on job-related criteria such as qualifications, experience, and the ability to perform the role.
These are exciting times for Willis Aviation Services Limited as we continue to grow. If you’re ready to make a difference in aviation, apply today.
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