Quality Inspector – Despatch

People First; Hassocks; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

BUPA *

Cycle to work *

Company events such as summer and Xmas

Departmental BBQs *

Unlimited drinks

Free EV charging points and free-parки

Enhanced sick pay

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Games room *

Career progression

Ongoing training and regular reviews

Job summary

Avtrade is recruiting for a full-time Despatch role in the UK. You will work with the Despatch team to ensure efficient, accurate, and timely shipment of outgoing parts, following company procedures and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include inspecting shipments, validating documentation, packing aircraft parts safely, recording data in IT systems, handling hazardous materials where required, and adhering to security standards. DBS checks and Known Consignor training may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of warehouse disciplines advantageous.
• Knowledge of airworthiness regulations and certifications beneficial.
• Be willing and able to provide data for DBS background checks as required.
• Pass Known Consignor security training when required.
• Excellent computer literacy with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect and document outgoing shipments.
• Evaluate accompanying documentation ensuring they comply with requirements and regulations.
• Handle and package aircraft parts in compliance with regulatory and operational requirements.
• Input and record relevant data on IT systems.
• Identify, handle, and pack Dangerous Goods.
• Conform and comply with all Avtrade security requirements and standards.

Skills

Warehouse knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Serving the aviation industry since 1985, Avtrade is a leading global aircraft component service provider to the aviation industry, specialising in bespoke aircraft Component and Support Solutions.

With a UK Headquarters and global offices in Dubai, Kuala Lumpur, Miami and China, we provide an extensive range of services through local support and dedicated account management to customers worldwide.

Benefits of working for Avtrade:

• 25 days holiday
• BUPA *
• Cycle to work *
• Company events such as summer and Christmas parties
• Departmental BBQs *
• Unlimited hot and cold drinks,
• Free EV charging points and free parking *
• Enhanced sick pay (subject to length of service)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (subject to length of service)
• Games room (Xbox, TV and alternatives to unwind) *
• Employees career and progression is high on the agenda
• Ongoing training and regular reviews provide an opportunity for our employees to discuss their career paths

*Benefits indicated with an asterisk will not be available for vacancies outside the UK, so check with the relevant hiring manager for a full list for the specific country hiring.

We are investing in our team to keep the world flying. This is a full time position working 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday 09:00-18:00.

Function:

To work as part of Despatch teams to ensure efficient, accurate and timely despatch of outgoing shipments in accordance with company procedures. Provide the highest level of service to all Avtrade departments and customers.

Responsibilities:

• Visually inspect and document outgoing shipments
• Evaluate accompanying documentation ensuring they comply with requirements and regulations
• Handle and package aircraft parts is compliance with regulatory and operational requirements
• Input and record relevant data on IT systems
• Identify, handle, and pack Dangerous Goods
• Conform and comply with all Avtrade security requirements and standards

Requirements:

• Good knowledge of warehouse disciplines advantageous
• Knowledge of airworthiness regulations and certifications beneficial
• Be willing and able to provide all necessary data to enable Avtrade to carry out a comprehensive personal background check to meet the standard
• Complete and pass regular DBS checks in line with company standards
• Pass the Known Consignor training security course in line with company requirements as and when required
• Excellent computer literacy, proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

See the full job description in the attachment.

Why work at Avtrade?

We are proud of our strong, diverse teams, who individually and collectively make Avtrade a great place to work.