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: Brisbane
Shift: 0600–1406 Monday–Friday day shift
Work Type: GSE Purchasing and Stores
Terms: Contingent | OngoingThe 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.
- 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
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.
Sigma Aerospace College supports aircraft engineers with practical pathways across exclusion removal, multi-category licencing, type ratings and licence requalification.
We work with engineers, operators and airlines across the Asia-Pacific and understand the realities of aviation maintenance roles, rosters, rates and licensing pathways.
Our team works exclusively in aviation. We answer the phone, understand the role requirements, and support candidates through the process.
Strong experience in purchasing, procurement, stores or spare parts management, with demonstrated experience identifying and managing supplier networks.
Current trade certification relevant to the GSE Airports business is required. No tertiary qualification is required.
Must have appropriate Australian work rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Location is Brisbane Must be available to work 0600–1406 Monday–Friday.
Eligible to hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC). Candidates must be able to meet safety, security and compliance requirements.
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.
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.
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.
Any pay rates listed or discussed are provided as a guide only and are based on the information available at the time of advertising or discussion. Final rates of pay will be confirmed by the client and/or Sigma Aerospace following assessment of the candidate’s qualifications, experience, competencies, employment type, applicable industrial instrument, role requirements and roster. A formal offer, including confirmed pay rate and conditions, will only be issued if the candidate is successful and accepts the role.