Tool Store Custodian

Boeing; Lossiemouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aviation is seeking a Tool Store Operation Technician in Lossiemouth. This role involves managing aircraft maintenance tools and equipment, ensuring maximum availability for the maintenance team. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a strong focus on professional growth and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual incentive plans

23 days plus UK public holidays

Pension Plan with up to 9% employer contribution

100% pay for the first 26 weeks of sickness

Learning Together Programme for personal development

Qualifications

• Experience in an Aircraft Maintenance facility.
• Understanding of technical manuals and calibration requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain aircraft maintenance ground support equipment.
• Provide direct control and supervision of tools and aircraft equipment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Maintenance/Engineering qualification

Tools

GSE management software

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Role Overview

The Tool Store Operation / Support Equipment Technician/Custodian is responsible for managing and maintaining all aircraft maintenance ground support equipment and tooling. Proactively working to support all the Aircraft Maintenance activity, this role is key to ensuring that the team delivers on our contracted requirements.

The Boeing P-8 Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft is a military aircraft developed by Boeing Defence, built on a modified design of the 737-800ERX. The Aircraft is fitted with equipment to tackle a diverse range of missions, including protecting submarines and reconnaissance missions. The platform was initially developed for the US Navy, first flown in 2009 and introduced in 2013. In 2019, the UK Ministry of Defence received the first of a fleet of nine P-8A Aircraft.Boeing Defence UK maintain this fleet of aircraft contractually on behalf of the UK Ministry of Defence within RAF Lossiemouth.

Responsibilities

The E7 Tool Store Operative/ Support Equipment Technician provides direct control and supervision of all tools and aircraft equipment required for Aircraft Maintenance, Major Repairs and Modifications undertaken by the Boeing team in Lossiemouth.

You will also be responsible for managing and maintaining all aircraft maintenance ground support equipment and tooling, in support of onsite maintenance activities. Working a Monday to Friday shift-based rota in the Boeing Toolstore within the Atlantic Building, the priority is to support the Boeing Aircraft Maintenance Team by ensuring maximum tool availability and responding quickly to emergent needs.

Preferred Experience:

• Tool store experience in an Aircraft Maintenance facility
• Use of tool control or GSE management software (Cribmaster)
• Maintenance/Engineering qualification
• Understanding of technical manuals and calibration requirements
• Knowledge of MAA Regulatory Articles (RA), MAA Part 145 and their application

Core Competencies

• Critical attention to detail
• Ability to follow processes
• Understanding of Aircraft Maintenance tooling requirements
• A good communicator, with a demonstrable ability to communicate the technical work requirements to others
• Willingness to accept responsibility and accountability for one's actions
• Takes steps to develop and maintain knowledge, skill and ability to perform
• Anticipates critical events, identifies resource requirements and meets deadlines
• Ability to work as a member of a high performing team

Becoming a Boeing Defence UK Employee

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning - you'll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you - we'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Diverse and inclusive culture - you'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 9% employer contribution
• Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
• 4x annual salary life insurance
• Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
• Access to Boeing's Well Being Programs, tool and incentives

Security Clearance and Eligibility

Important information regarding this role: This role is for a locally hired position in the UK and candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the UK. Boeing will not attempt to obtain immigration and / or labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing US based payroll.

Please note that this role will require you to undergo a security clearance check (Security Check [SC]; please view further information about this here ).

This position does not offer relocation. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Applications for this position will be accepted until May. 22, 2025

Export Control Requirements: This is not an Export Control position.

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

Shift Worker (United Kingdom)

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.