Goods In Operative

STS Aviation Services

STS Aviation Services is hiring a Goods In Operative to join its Logistics team in Manchester.

Based at the Manchester Hangar, this role supports the day-to-day movement, receipt and control of aircraft parts and materials. The Goods In Operative will inspect incoming parts, manage quarantine processes, prepare materials for dispatch and use warehouse management systems to support logistics operations across the Manchester facility.

The position operates Monday to Friday across early, late or core-hour shifts. Manchester logistics operations are supported between 07:00 and 23:00.

Reporting to the Logistics Manager, the Goods In Operative plays a key role within the Manchester logistics operation.

The position is responsible for completing goods receipt activities accurately and safely while ensuring parts, documentation and certification meet required standards. The role also supports stock movement, parts kitting, RTS activity and continuous improvement across logistics processes.

• Follow STS logistics processes and procedures at all times
• Identify potential process improvements and raise recommendations when appropriate
• Follow parts quarantine procedures in accordance with SOPs and operational direction
• Prepare and conduct handover briefs at the end of each shift
• Respond to Manchester logistics emails promptly and within the day of receipt
• Escalate operational concerns to Logistics Management when identified
• Complete all work safely and in accordance with procedures, training and operational direction
• Complete goods receipt activities at Manchester
• Inspect incoming parts for condition
• Verify quantities received
• Check required parts certification
• Collate and kit parts for dispatch to the Manchester Hangar
• Use applicable warehouse management systems and company software
• Support RTS operations
• Manage the physical movement of stock back to Manchester
• Use material handling equipment, including forklift trucks and applicable variants, when trained and required
• Follow SOPs, risk assessments and safe working practices when operating material handling equipment

• Significant demonstrable experience in logistics operations
• Full UK driving licence
• Good understanding of process development within the logistics sector
• Good understanding of calibration management principles and processes
• Demonstrable experience working in a commercial environment
• Ability to take initiative and manage workload effectively
• Leadership skills
• Knowledge of aviation logistics and its key principles
• Experience delivering high levels of service to internal and external customers
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Power Point
• Strong understanding and experience using PROMRO
• MHE licence

• Strong verbal communication skills
• Strong written communication skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to adapt to unexpected or unusual events and incidents
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Analytical thinking and the ability to identify root causes
• Ability to constructively challenge and collaborate with others
• Ability to think tactically and strategically
• Strong stakeholder management skills

• Monday to Friday
• Early, late or core-hour shift patterns
• Logistics operations supported between 07:00 and 23:00

This position is based at the STS Aviation Services Manchester Hangar.

STS Aviation Services is a global aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul provider supporting commercial and military operators around the world. With operations across Europe, the Middle East and North America, our teams deliver aircraft maintenance, structural modifications, engineering support, aircraft interior services and AOG support while maintaining strict standards for safety, quality and operational performance.