At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure aircraft have the right materials and tools for safe, on-time flights.
- Company: Join easyJet's innovative Engineering and Maintenance team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, generous holiday, and excellent travel perks.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available at Luton Airport with great career growth.
- Why this job: Play a vital role in aviation safety and operational excellence.
- Qualifications: Experience in engineering stores and strong attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
The Team
You’ll be part of easyJet’s Engineering and Maintenance function – a team recognised across the industry for innovation and operational excellence. Working closely with engineers, planners and suppliers you’ll help deliver industry‑leading aircraft performance and one of the highest technical dispatch reliability records in Europe.
The Role
As a Stores Operative you’ll play a key role in keeping our aircraft flying safely and on time. You’ll support planned maintenance activity by ensuring the right materials, tools and components are available when they’re needed. With a strong eye for detail and a safety‑first mindset you’ll help maintain our high regulatory and operational standards every single day.
Key Responsibilities
- Receiving, inspecting and handling materials, tooling and shipments
- Supporting planned maintenance through accurate pre‑loading of aircraft spares
- Managing stock levels and liaising with suppliers to maintain minimum operating requirements
- Handling unserviceable components including quarantine and timely returns
- Supporting COAS requirements and tooling loans between bases
- Monitoring calibration periods for tools and equipment
- Working in line with health, safety, regulatory and company requirements
Read On if You
- Have experience in engineering stores tooling and logistics environments
- Enjoy working in a fast‑paced operational setting where precision really matters
- Can be based in Gatwick and work to a shift pattern of Day & Night or Perm Night Shifts
We’re looking for
- Experience in an engineering stores or tooling environment is essential
- Strong attention to detail and confidence using IT systems
- A flexible approach to meet operational demands and deadlines
- A current driving licence (this is essential)
- A collaborative mindset with a focus on delivery and continuous improvement
What you’ll get in return
- Competitive base salary
- Up to 15% bonus
- 24 days holiday plus 8 rostered standby days
- Industry leading Shift Allowance
- 7% pension contribution
- Life assurance
- Flexible benefits package
- BAYE SAYE and performance share schemes
- Excellent staff travel benefits across the easyJet network
Practicalities
This full‑time role will be based in Luton Airport. We have two positions, working a DDNN 12 hour, and Permanent Nights both 5‑5‑4 shifts. Please confirm which shift you are applying for.
Reasonable Adjustments
At easyJet, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse customers we serve across Europe. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you require specific adjustments or support during the application or recruitment process, such as extra time for assessments or accessible interview locations, please contact us at ma.recruitment@easyjet.com. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility and accommodation.
Contact Details:
easyJet Airline Company PLC Recruitment Team
