Want to keep our operations stocked, organised, and running smoothly? Join us as a Stores Assistant and play a vital role in our aviation maintenance team. What You’ll Do As a Stores Assistant you will be responsible for maintaining the Hangar 2 stores facilities, ensuring the accurate and compliant receipt, inspection, and storage of aircraft components, materials, and tooling. You’ll ensure all goods meet required condition and documentation standards, monitor stock levels, and help maintain a safe, organised, and efficient stores environment in line with OEM recommendations and UK CAA / EASA regulations. Working closely with the Lead Store Person, Tooling Specialists, and other team members, you’ll also support tooling checks, prepare aircraft parts for maintenance inputs, and help keep the stores area in top condition for smooth daily operations. Responsibilities Goods-In & Stock Control Inspect all incoming goods to verify correct condition, documentation, and compliance requirements Monitor stock levels and shelf life for all parts and consumables, escalating as necessary within the Supply Chain Maintain correct storage of materials in accordance with OEM, UK CAA, and EASA requirements Operate the maintenance system effectively for tracking and record keeping Stores Operations & Tooling Support the Lead Store Person in reviewing and improving stores procedures Assist Tooling Specialists with periodic tooling checks, inventory management, and record maintenance Prioritise and prepare aircraft parts for upcoming maintenance inputs Maintain a clean, tidy, and safe stores environment Compliance & Safety Apply Dangerous Goods Awareness practices at all times Adhere to company material handling procedures and storage location controls Ensure workplace health and safety standards are met and maintained Support a positive safety learning culture by reporting hazards and promoting continuous improvement General Duties Assist in the day-to-day running of Hangar 2 stores Perform any additional tasks as directed by the Stores & Tooling Supervisor Requirements Strong attention to detail and analytical skills Effective written and verbal communication skills Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders Desirables Previous stores or warehouse experience. Knowledge of HF (Human Factors), EWIS (Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems), and FTS (Fuel Tank Safety) Knowledge and understanding of applicable Part-145 and Part-M/CAMO requirements Experience in an aviation environment would be advantageous Benefits WASL offers a comprehensive benefit packa ge to its eligible employees. This includes: Competitive salaries, company bonus’s, flexible working patterns 33 days annual leave including UK bank holidays, holiday buy & sell scheme Health & wellbeing support, company pension, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, retail discounts, referral bonus, death in service and more. About Us Willis Aviation Services Limited are part of Willis Lease Finance Corporation, a pioneer and provider of global aviation services for over 45 years. Our facility at Teesside International Airport provides base maintenance, return to service, aircraft disassembly, short and long term aircraft storage, and ground and cargo handling services. At Willis Aviation Services Limited (WASL), we are committed to fair hiring practices and building a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace. We value every individual’s contribution and make employment decisions based on job-related criteria such as qualifications, experience, and the ability to perform the role. These are exciting times for Willis Aviation Services Limited as we continue to grow. If you’re ready to make a difference in aviation, apply today. To Recruitment Agencies WASL does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate submissions from agencies. All unsolicited profiles will be treated as the property of WASL, and no fees will be paid. This applies to any CVs sent directly to employees or managers without prior agreement with our internal Talent Acquisition team.