Stores Operative

STS Engine Services is hiring a Stores Operative in Stansted, Essex, United Kingdom, to support the daily operations of its busy aviation stores department. This position involves handling aircraft engine parts and consumables, maintaining accurate inventory records, receiving and inspecting deliveries, and ensuring materials are stored and issued in accordance with regulatory requirements and company procedures.

We’re looking for an organised, reliable individual with strong communication skills, basic computer proficiency and the flexibility to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced aviation maintenance environment. Previous experience in an aviation stores department, goods inward inspection or aerospace inventory operations is desirable.

Position Summary

The Stores Operative will assist with the day-to-day running of the Stores department, providing a proactive, efficient and organised service to support aircraft engine maintenance operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Picking and issuing parts
• Receiving deliveries
• Checking documentation
• Inspecting components
• Conducting stock checks
• Maintaining appropriate material storage conditions

The successful candidate will also support shelf-life management, waste disposal, customs clearance activities and accurate inventory control. This role requires attention to detail, a practical approach to problem-solving and an understanding of the importance of material traceability, safety and regulatory compliance within an aviation maintenance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Stores Operations and Parts Handling
  • Assist with the daily operation of the Stores department
  • Pick and issue aircraft parts, materials and consumables as required
  • Handle and store materials in accordance with regulatory standards and company procedures
  • Ensure correct storage conditions are maintained for parts and consumables
  • Support the efficient movement and availability of materials within the department
  • Maintain a clean, tidy and organised working environment
  • Carry out additional duties as directed by management
• Goods Inward and Inventory Control
  • Accept and offload incoming deliveries
  • Conduct physical inspections of received parts
  • Validate accompanying documentation in accordance with regulatory standards and company procedures
  • Receive parts into the inventory system accurately
  • Perform periodic stock checks to support inventory accuracy
  • Assist with the identification and resolution of stock discrepancies
  • Support customs clearance activities when required
• Shelf-Life and Waste Management
  • Monitor and control the shelf-life expiry list
  • Ensure materials subject to shelf-life restrictions are managed in accordance with company procedures
  • Support the appropriate handling and disposal of waste products
  • Ensure waste disposal activities comply with company and environmental requirements
• Safety and Regulatory Compliance
  • Follow applicable regulatory standards and company procedures for material handling and storage
  • Maintain awareness of Human Factors and their impact on safe and effective operations
  • Support a safe, clean and organised Stores environment
  • Ensure received materials and accompanying paperwork are checked in accordance with established procedures
  • Carry out assigned duties with attention to accuracy, safety and operational requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Computer literacy and the ability to use inventory management systems
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask and manage changing priorities
• Flexible approach to daily responsibilities
• Ability to work effectively within a busy Stores department
• Full, clean UK driving licence

Training will be provided on the company’s computer system where required.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working in a busy aviation stores department
• Experience with goods inward processes within an aviation environment
• Experience inspecting incoming aviation parts and associated documentation
• Familiarity with aviation material handling and inventory control procedures
• Forklift licence
• Forklift training will be provided where required.

Working Environment

This position is based at STS Engine Services in Stansted, Essex, supporting aircraft engine maintenance operations. The Stores Operative will work within a busy department responsible for receiving, storing, inspecting and issuing the materials and components needed to support operational activities. The role requires a flexible approach, strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records while handling multiple tasks.

About STS Engine Services

STS Engine Services, part of STS Aviation Group, provides aircraft engine maintenance, repair and overhaul support to the global aviation industry. Based at Stansted in the United Kingdom, the company supports aircraft operators, asset owners and aviation customers through specialist engine services and technical expertise. Our team plays an important role in helping customers maintain their aircraft engine assets, and our Stores department supports those operations by ensuring the appropriate parts, materials and consumables are properly received, controlled and available when needed.

Why Join STS Engine Services?

A well-managed Stores department is essential to efficient aircraft engine maintenance. As a Stores Operative, you’ll support the technicians and operational teams who depend on accurate inventory, properly documented components and timely access to materials. This is an opportunity to contribute to a specialist aviation maintenance business while developing your knowledge of aviation stores procedures, materials handling and inventory operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

STS Engine Services is an equal opportunity employer.