Stores Assistant

Role Overview A fantastic contract opportunity is available for a Stores Assistant within the aviation industry. Based in Shawbury, this role supports aircraft maintenance operations by ensuring engineers and technicians have timely access to parts, tools, and materials while maintaining high standards of safety, cleanliness, and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) control. The Stores Assistant plays a key role in keeping maintenance bays organised and operational, helping engineering teams work efficiently within a fast-paced aviation industry environment. This position would suit candidates with experience in warehouse, industrial, automotive, or aviation settings.

Contract Details Position: Stores Assistant Engagement Type: Inside IR35 Contract role Location: Shawbury Contract Duration: 6 Months Rate: Up to £19per hour Umbrella

Responsibilities Gather, stage, and deliver parts, consumables, hardware, and tools to active maintenance bays. Prepare and organise project kits, ensuring materials are allocated correctly to maintenance activities. Return and track specialised tooling in line with established procedures. Act as a liaison between stores, tooling functions, and maintenance teams to minimise operational delays. Maintain clean, organised work bays, benches, tool carts, and storage areas. Conduct routine FOD inspections and remove debris from active workspaces. Dispose of waste and hazardous materials in accordance with safety and environmental procedures. Clean and maintain support equipment such as ladders, maintenance stands, and ground support equipment. Support safe and efficient maintenance operations across.

Skills and Experience Experience in an industrial, warehouse, automotive, maintenance, or aviation environment. Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively. Good understanding of workplace safety practices, including tool control and FOD awareness. Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, stores teams, and supervisors. Capable of working independently and anticipating operational requirements. Physically able to stand, walk, bend, and regularly lift up to 23 kg (50 lbs). Experience handling parts, consumables, tools, or inventory within a technical environment. Comfortable working within an active hangar or maintenance setting while wearing required PPE.

Why this role is interesting Opportunity to support aircraft maintenance operations in a hands-on environment. Varied role combining stores, logistics, safety, and team support responsibilities. Exposure to experienced engineering teams and specialist maintenance activities.

Application Instructions If you are an organised and proactive Stores Assistant looking for a contract opportunity in Shawbury, we would welcome your application. This Stores Assistant role offers the chance to contribute directly to operational efficiency and safety while supporting a busy aircraft maintenance environment.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan