Stores Controller

About the Role

This position is focused on managing and controlling the inventory of tools, equipment, and spare parts essential for maintaining Air Arabia's aircraft and third-party aircraft. The Stores Controller ensures compliance with company policies and aviation regulations concerning the receipt, storage, and distribution of materials.

Jakarta Recruitment Event

This opportunity is connected to Air Arabia's exclusive recruitment event taking place in Jakarta during the first week of September 2026. Only candidates invited to the event following shortlist selection should apply. Additional event details will be communicated to shortlisted applicants. Candidates unavailable for this event should apply for other Air Arabia vacancies separately.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain appropriate stock levels of daily-use items including toolkits, spare parts, wheels, batteries, and oils to support both routine and unscheduled maintenance operations.
• Ensure timely availability and correct placement of all components to facilitate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks and ensure aircraft safety and release.
• Perform daily inspections of storage areas to verify storage conditions such as temperature, humidity, safety, health compliance, and hazard risks.
• Organize binning locations and allocate tools and parts according to instructions from management or the AOG desk, maintaining updated records in the AMOS inventory system.
• Manage AMOS system entries to monitor all receipt, storage, and issue activities, factoring in material shelf life, tool calibration, handover logs, and critical inventory movements.
• Prepare inventory requirements in advance for ADD/MDD to ensure timely retrieval, adhering to coding standards.
• Issue required toolkits and spare parts for maintenance jobs on Air Arabia and third-party aircraft, maintaining detailed issuance records.
• Provide inventory and store support as needed to both company and third-party aircraft operations.
• Ensure tools and equipment remain serviceable; report any unserviceable items and coordinate repairs with relevant vendors.
• Ensure unused issued parts are returned correctly and credited back into stock per company policy.
• Regularly prepare stock reports, identify system errors, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Assist the line manager in upholding safety standards, facility upkeep, adequate storage conditions, communication, and overall store performance.
• Coordinate logistics for parts delivery and return involving the Air Arabia MRO, outstations, and aircrafts, including handling of engines, APUs, and dangerous goods in cooperation with other departments.

Qualifications & Experience

• A High School diploma, diploma or certificate in a related field is required; a bachelor's degree in any discipline is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong command of English.
• Valid driving license applicable to the location.
• Willingness and ability to work rotating shifts.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a similar role within the airline industry; experience with low-cost carriers is beneficial.
• Familiarity with inventory management software is advantageous.
• Knowledge of civil aviation regulations concerning tool and equipment acceptance, storage, and issuance.
• Completion of IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations training is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Understanding of quality assurance and audit processes.
• Ability to manage data and resources efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Reliable, self-driven with ownership mindset and enthusiasm.
• Multi-tasking capability with acute attention to detail.
• Competent under pressure and hardworking.
• Physically capable of handling heavy equipment and moving within storage facilities.
• Ability to contribute towards achieving business goals and key performance indicators.