Stores Controller (Abu Dhabi)

Air Arabia; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline is seeking a dedicated Store Manager to oversee the management of tools, equipment, and spare parts used for aircraft maintenance. The role involves ensuring stock levels meet operational needs, maintaining accurate records in the AMOS system, and handling daily inspections of storage conditions. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in the airline industry, along with strong organizational and problem-solving skills. This position is essential for maintaining safety and efficiency in aircraft operations.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and inventory management software.
• Very good command of the English language required.
• Valid Driving License for the assigned location.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control stores for tools, equipment, and spare parts.
• Perform daily checks in storage areas to maintain conditions.
• Handle stock levels and ensure items are available on time.
• Issue tools and parts based on maintenance plans.
• Prepare stock reports and manage system records.

Skills

Inventory management

Communication skills (verbal, written)

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Time management

Education

High School/Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

AMOS system

Inventory software

Job description

Job Purpose

To manage and control the Air Arabia “Stores” including receipt, storage and release of all the tools, equipment, and spare parts used for maintenance of Air Arabia and 3rd Party aircrafts.

Ensures all activities are carried and recorded in accordance with Company’s policies and procedures and as per regulatory bodies’ rules and regulations.

Key Result Responsibilities

1. Handles and maintains the “Stores” stock level for the daily demanded items and routine jobs, this includes tool boxes and kits, spare parts, wheels, batteries, oils, etc..
2. Ensures all items and components are available in place and on time to execute maintenance planned and un-planned tasks and to secure the availability and safe release of aircrafts.
3. Carries out daily checks and inspections in storage areas to ensure correct storage conditions are maintained such as Temperature and Humidity Control, safety and health conditions, risk hazards, etc.
4. Manages the binning locations and allocation of tools and parts in the Company stores as per instructions received from line manager or AOG desk in-charge ensuring the AMOS system updates are maintained to this effect; coordinates the replacement of consumable items and updates system accordingly.
5. Updates and reviews the AMOS system to record and monitor all activities related to received and stored parts, tools, and equipment taking into consideration material shelf life, tools calibration, shift, handover log book, critical movements, etc., all carried in accordance with agreed formats and circulation terms.
6. Pre-loads system with requirements for ADD/MDD to be ready for retrieval on time; ensures all items are loaded as per the identified coding system.

Key Result Responsibilities - Continued

1. Issues daily tool boxes and kits as well as spare parts and components based on the maintenance plans for Air Arabia and 3rd Party aircrafts routine jobs. Maintains tracking records/receipts of all items delivered.
2. Provides ad-hoc inventory and stores support to both Air Arabia and 3rd Party aircrafts as per adopted procedures.
3. Ensures all tools and equipment to be used for maintenance are checked and kept serviceable at all times; advises the “Rotables Team” with any unserviceable tools or parts; coordinates with vendors on tools and parts repair as necessary.
4. Ensures all issued-un-used parts are credited back to stock system and returned to the main stores as per Company’s procedures.
5. Prepares stock report on regular basis; reports any errors on system, identifies causes for errors and corrective measures to ensure no re-occurrence.
6. Supports the line manager in implementing and maintaining the safety measures, facilities adequacy and cleanliness, storage conditions and needs, communication and overall performance of the Store.
7. Assists with logistics arrangements for parts delivery to and from the Air Arabia MRO, outstations and aircraft. Coordinates with respective departments on receiving engines, APUs as well as on handling dangerous goods.

Qualifications (Academic, training, languages)

• High School/Diploma or certificate in any related field from a recognized institution combined with the needed experience and exposure is acceptable; a bachelor degree in any discipline is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Very good communication skills (verbal, written) expressed in high level of accuracy.
• Very good English Language.
• Valid Driving License for the assigned location

Work Experience

• The ability and willingness to work in a rotating shift pattern.
• 1-2 years of related working experience in a similar capacity within the Airline industry; experience with low cost airline is a plus.
• Working experience on inventory soft-wares shall be treated as an advantage.
• Has necessary working experience and exposure to respective civil aviation rules and regulations pertaining to acceptance, storage and issuance of tools and equipment used for aircrafts maintenance.
• Knowledge and completion of IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations training is an advantage.
• Possesses very good organizing and time management skills.
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Familiar with quality assurance, internal and external audit checks and formalities.
• Proven skills in working with data and resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Dependable, self-initiative, takes ownership, and displays energy and enthusiasm.
• Multi-task oriented with high attention to details.
• Capable of working hard and under pressure
• Physically fit and dynamic, capable of carrying heavy equipment and moving between stores.
• Demonstrates the ability to contribute and successfully deliver against business strategy and set KPIs.