Parts Advisor /Parts Technician
Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits
Location: Edinburgh /Glasgow
Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:30
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Automotive Parts Advisor/ Stores Person: The Opportunity
Are you an experienced Automotive Parts Technician / Parts Advisor with a strong background in a busy parts or stores environment?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, rapidly expanding operation supporting ground handling, repair, and maintenance services at the airport. This role will require travel to both Edinburgh and Glasgow sites. The role requires weekly travel to both locations as part of the standard working pattern. A company vehicle will be provided when travelling between sites. A Full UK driver's licence coupled with Automotive Parts expereince is essential for this role.
You’ll be at the heart of the Supply Chain team, ensuring technicians, workshop teams, and operations departments receive everything they need accurately, safely, and on time. This role is hands-on, customer-facing, and ideal for someone proactive, organised, and confident working in a fast-paced environment.
Occasional travel to support other UK sites may be required.
Parts Advisor / Stores Person / Parts Technician Key Responsibilities
Materials Issue
Support technicians with prompt parts service.
Provide prompt and courteous counter service to staff collecting parts.
Handle calls and issue materials accurately with correct documentation.
Order urgent parts, pick/pack stock, update SAP, and deliver items as needed.
Provide updates on pending parts and produce daily critical-parts reports.
Goods Inward & Stock Control
Receive and check deliveries, unload vehicles, and manage goods-in areas.
Report discrepancies, label and store stock correctly, and operate a forklift if licensed.
Support stock counts, maintain accurate labelling/bin locations, and ensure safe, compliant storage.
Performance & Systems
Deliver efficient workshop support and maintain organised stores.
Ensure accurate COSHH records, follow purchasing and stock procedures, and utilise SAP/inventory systems effectively.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Adhere to safety procedures and correct PPE use.
Report incidents/near misses and support continuous improvement.
Follow ISO9001, ISO14001, and OHSAS18001 standards, including waste segregation and IMS reporting.
Role Scope & Relationships
Support supply chain operations across fleet, plant, and commercial vehicles. Liaise with management, procurement, suppliers, supervisors, and technicians.
Automotive Parts Advisor/ Stores Person Skills, Experience & Behaviours Essential
2–3 years’ experience in a Parts Technician / Parts Advisor / Stores Person role.
Strong knowledge of vehicle components or industrial/automotive parts.
Experience in a busy parts department (vehicle, HGV/LGV, plant, machinery, GSE, dealership, or similar).
Full UK driving licence and own vehicle.
Experience in a busy stores or parts environment with strong time management skills
Confident, friendly communicator—comfortable dealing with technicians, suppliers, and customers.
Strong IT skills with ability to learn multiple systems (SAP experience advantageous).
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a time-critical environment.
Desirable
Basic mechanical or engineering knowledge.
Experience in estimating, purchasing systems, or fleet support.
Familiarity with ISO9001, ISO14001, and OHSAS18001 working environments.
Behavioural Qualities
Positive, proactive, and practical mindset.
Strong team player with a flexible attitude.
Resourceful, organised, and self-motivated.
Excellent reliability, timekeeping, and record-keeping.
Automotive Parts Advisor/ Stores Person Health & Safety & Compliance
Work safely and responsibly, following all company procedures.
Correct use of PPE and safety equipment.
Support investigations into safety incidents.
Follow Quality, Environmental, and Health & Safety requirements.
Ensure correct waste segregation and compliance with ISO standards.
Automotive Parts Advisor/ Stores Person What You Will Receive
Competitive salary
6% employer pension contribution
3× salary life assurance
Private medical coverage
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Career development and progression opportunities
Friendly, supportive, safety-focused working environment
Apply Now If you have a strong automotive Parts background and want to apply your skills in an airport operations environment, we’d like to hear from you