Purchasing and stores role supporting GSE operations, spare parts and inventory. Ongoing contingent position on a 0600-1406 Monday-Friday day shift.
Role: Purchasing and Stores Officer - GSE
City/Airport: TBC
Aircraft: no aircraft family specified
Shift: 0600–1406 Monday–Friday day shift
Work Type: GSE Purchasing and Stores
Terms: Contingent | Ongoing
Fast Response: Hear Back in 7 Days
Role Description
The Purchasing and Stores Officer is responsible for supporting the stores, inventory and purchasing function for Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
You will ensure GSE parts and equipment are sourced, purchased, recorded, stored and maintained efficiently to support equipment availability and minimise downtime. The role works closely with technicians, workshop staff, management, suppliers and other GSE locations to support a just-in-time purchasing and inventory methodology.
You will:
- Manage GSE spare parts inventory and stock levels
- Source, compare and order parts and equipment
- Maintain parts databases and bin locations
- Coordinate parts availability with other GSE locations
- Liaise with suppliers and contractors
- Coordinate daily parts pick-up and delivery
- Support technicians and units requiring service or repair
- Assist with stocktakes and inventory reconciliation
- Undertake supplier price comparisons and negotiations
- Assess genuine versus non-genuine parts on cost and quality
- Undertake repair versus replacement cost-benefit analysis
- Reconcile parts and invoices and assist with invoice queries
- Benchmark parts pricing and quality
- Monitor budget and cost targets
- Maintain hazardous materials and MSDS registers
- Ensure appropriate storage of dangerous goods
- Support workplace safety and compliance requirements
Why Apply Through Sigma Aerospace Workforce?
Fast Turnaround & Confirmation:
Our team has direct lines of contact with team leaders and hiring managers. We work to get strong applications reviewed quickly rather than leaving candidates waiting for weeks.
Integrated Aircraft Maintenance Training & Licencing:
Sigma Aerospace College supports aircraft engineers with practical pathways across exclusion removal, multi-category licencing, type ratings and licence requalification.
Market Knowledge:
We work with engineers, operators and airlines across the Asia-Pacific and understand the realities of aviation maintenance roles, rosters, rates and licensing pathways.
Dedicated Support Team:
Our team works exclusively in aviation. We answer the phone, understand the role requirements, and support candidates through the process.
Essential Requirements
Required Role Experience:
Strong experience in purchasing, procurement, stores or spare parts management, with demonstrated experience identifying and managing supplier networks.
Maintenance Qualification / Licence:
Current trade certification relevant to the GSE Airports business is required. No tertiary qualification is required.
Work Rights:
Must have appropriate Australian work rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Location / Availability:
Location is TBC. Must be available to work 0600–1406 Monday–Friday.
Additional Requirements:
Eligible to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC). Candidates must be able to meet Qantas safety, security and compliance requirements.
Skills:
Strong PC skills and working knowledge of IFS or a similar ERP/fleet management system. Mechanical equipment knowledge, cost-control capability, contract and commercial documentation knowledge, analytical and organisational skills, and proven negotiation capability are required.
Attitude:
Able to work independently within a small team, build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, communicate clearly, use initiative and maintain a strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance.
Role Benefits
GSE purchasing and stores exposure
Day shift Monday–Friday
Ongoing contingent opportunity
Procurement and supplier management exposure
Direct contribution to minimising GSE downtime
About Sigma Aerospace Workforce
Sigma’s Workforce division is Australia’s leading provider of direct recruitment, contingent labour and on-hire labour for Commercial Aviation, General Aviation and Defence. We source engineers and place them directly into roles with airlines, AMOs and MROs, as well as providing contracted workforce capability when operators need surge capacity.
Our wider group also undertakes line and heavy maintenance services in-house.
Sigma Aerospace Group is one of Australia’s most trusted independent aviation groups, combining aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul, engineer training and workforce solutions under one roof. With operations across multiple states, CASA and ASQA approvals, and a track record of delivery for airlines, Defence suppliers and major operators, Sigma is known for being fast, technically sharp and execution-focused.
Contact
Phone:
02 7250 6186 — Elaine
02 9137 6831 — Jessica
02 4072 6121 — Allan
02 4072 5965 — James