Stores Supervisor

Raf Brize Norton; Carterton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Raf Brize Norton is hiring an experienced Stores Supervisor to lead a stores team within a busy military aviation maintenance operation at RAF Brize Norton. The role supports maintenance of the A400M Atlas fleet and requires strong leadership and logistics experience in aerospace settings.

You will ensure accurate inventory, control stock levels, and compliance with health, safety and security procedures while liaising with engineering teams and suppliers to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a stores team.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Excellent organisation, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Solid health, safety and security awareness in a stores environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day stores team activities to ensure efficient output.
• Allocate resources to meet workload demands and maintain stock control.
• Receipt and processing of incoming aircraft parts using the AMOS system.
• Issue parts to engineering teams and support maintenance activities.
• Ensure safe handling, storage and security of aircraft components and materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and system data.

Skills

Team leadership

MS Office

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Health & safety knowledge

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Tools

AMOS

Job description

Morson Edge is recruiting for an experienced Stores Supervisor to join a busy military aviation maintenance operation based at RAF Brize Norton. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with stores or logistics experience to take on a leadership role within a fast-paced aerospace environment supporting the maintenance of the A400M Atlas aircraft fleet.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the day-to-day activities of the Stores team to ensure efficient operational output
• Allocate resources effectively to meet workload demands
• Receipt and process incoming aircraft parts accurately using the AMOS system
• Issue parts to engineering teams and support maintenance activities
• Ensure the safe handling, storage, and security of aircraft components and materials
• Maintain accurate inventory records and system data
• Manage stock levels and support stock control activities
• Process unserviceable returns and serviceable spares following maintenance
• Place orders for aircraft parts and liaise with suppliers as required
• Promote and enforce health, safety, and security procedures across the Stores function
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and undertake additional duties as required

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Proven team leadership or supervisory experience, including mentoring and supporting colleagues
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety practices, including lifting and manual handling procedures
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working in an aviation stores or aerospace logistics environment
• Knowledge of COSHH regulations and chemical handling procedures
• Dangerous Goods by Air certification (current or recently expired)
• Familiarity with aviation inventory management systems such as AMOS

Salary: £36,346 basic per annum + £2,720 shift allowance + £1,200 annual bonus (paid quarterly)

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday initially, transitioning to shifts from approximately October. MON-FRI, 9-5 (or similar) until approximately October, when it will be likely to move to a 554 shift pattern (7am-7pm - 5on, 5off, 4on / 5off, 5on, 4off).

Shift allowance is paid from the outset and covers occasional weekend working

The Opportunity, Permanent position with a competitive salary and additional shift allowance

• Opportunity to work within a critical defence aviation programme
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development
• Modern maintenance facilities at RAF Brize Norton
• Be part of an organisation where safety, quality, and operational excellence are at the heart of everything you do

If you're an organised and proactive Stores professional looking to progress your career in the aerospace sector, we'd like to hear from you.