[Logistics Goods Receipt Operative Job in Birmingham, UK]
STS Aviation Services is hiring Logistics Goods Operatives to join our dynamic team at Birmingham Airport. This is a key role that ensures the efficient handling, inspection, and movement of critical aircraft components and materials within our base maintenance facility.
Role Overview
As a Logistics Goods Receipt Operative, you will be responsible for managing goods receipt, performing internal quality checks, supporting inventory and stock control, and maintaining high service levels across the STS’ logistics network. You will also provide backup support to the Stock Controller, help train new staff, and contribute to process improvements that ensure operational readiness and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure all STS logistic processes are followed at all times.
* Identify and advise on potential process improvement when applicable.
* Attend team planning and review meetings when required to do so.
* Conduct internal logistic assurance checks as per the STS logistic assurance programme.
* Attend the daily work allocation briefs with logistic management.
* Ensure parts quarantine procedures are conducted as per SOPs and direction given.
* Ensure handover briefs are prepared and conducted at the end of each shift.
* Ensure that all emails to BHX logistics are dealt with in a timely manner and on the day of receipt.
* Escalate all concerns to Logistic Management at the point of awareness.
* Conduct all work safely and in accordance with procedures and training and direction given.
* Conduct logistic deliveries when required to do so, including suppliers and other STS sites.
* Manage the parts shortage sheet when required to do so.
* Achieve BPSSB and if required to do so SC clearance.
* Conduct goods in receipt process at Unit 9/10 to include parts inspection (condition, quantity and certification).
* Collate and Kit parts for dispatch to BHX Hangar 5.
* Safely move kits and parts from Unit 9/10 complex to BHX Main Hangar.
* Safely move kits and parts from Unit 9/10 complex airside to BHX Main Hangar.
* Use appropriate WMS and company software required to support STS operations.
* Conduct RTS operations and management to include physical movement of stock back to Unit 9/10.
Accountabilities:
* Deputise for Logistic stock Controller during periods of absence when required to do so.
* Liaise with Boeing daily to ensure constant operational effectiveness.
* Manage KPI and regular reporting during periods of absence.
* Facilitate logistic assurance programme checks when required to do so.
* Support and conduct on the job staff training to ensure new staff receive the appropriate training to support their roles.
* Ensure that staff training requirements and qualifications are escalated to the Logistic Manger or Stock Controller.
* Undertake regular competency checks to ensure compliance and ability to conduct logistic tasks.
* Use MHE (Forklift truck and variants) when trained and required to do so.
* Practice safe working in accordance with direction given, SOPs and risk assessments
Required Qualifications & Experience
* Significant demonstrable experience of logistics operations
* UK Full driving licence
* A good understanding of process development within the logistic sector
* A good understanding of calibration management principles and processes
* Demonstrable experience of working in a commercial environment
* Leadership skills and ability to take the initiative and manage workload.
* Knowledge of aviation logistics and its key principles.
* Proven experience of delivering exceptional service to internal and external customers both personally and through a team
* Knowledge of key Microsoft business packages including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
* A very good understanding and experience in using PROMRO.
* MHE License.
Skills:
* High level of verbal communication skills.
* High level of written communication skills
* High level of attention to detail
* Adaptability to deal with unexpected or unique events and incidents
* Strong problem-solving skills
* Analytical thinking to be able to identify problem roots causes.
* Ability to constructively challenge, collaborate and think both tactically and strategically
* Excellent stakeholder management
Key Behaviours:
* Leadership
* Knowledgeable
* Reliability
* Positive attitude
* Trustworthy
* Support to others
* Integrity
* Setting a behavioural and standards example to others.
About STS Aviation Services
STS Aviation Services operates four state-of-the-art aircraft hangars, two interior modification facilities, and more than 40 line maintenance stations throughout the UK, Europe, and the Americas. Our expert teams provide industry-leading MRO, modification, and engineering solutions that keep aircraft flying safely and efficiently. At STS Aviation Services, we are proud to support both commercial and defence aviation sectors with a customer-first mindset and a commitment to quality.
To learn more about us and what makes STS Aviation Services the company with “Solutions to Keep You Flying,” visit www.stsaviationgroup.com.
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