Stores Controller - Sri Lanka Recruitment Event

About the role

Air Arabia is recruiting a Stores Controller through its invitation-only Engineering Recruitment Event in Colombo, Sri Lanka, in mid-November 2026. Only candidates who can attend the event in Colombo, after being shortlisted and invited, should apply here. The Stores Controller manages and controls the Air Arabia Stores, covering receipt, storage and release of all tools, equipment and spare parts used for the maintenance of Air Arabia and third-party aircraft.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain daily stock levels of toolboxes, kits, spare parts, wheels, batteries, oils and other items so that maintenance tasks and aircraft releases are supported on time.
• Carry out daily checks of storage areas for temperature and humidity control, safety, health and hazard conditions.
• Manage binning locations and allocation of tools and parts, keeping AMOS system records up to date and coordinating replacement of consumables.
• Update and review the AMOS system for received and stored parts, tools and equipment, including shelf life, tool calibration, shift handover logs and critical movements.
• Pre-load the system with requirements for ADD/MDD retrieval and issue daily toolboxes, kits and spare parts according to maintenance plans, keeping delivery receipts.
• Provide ad-hoc inventory support, ensure tools stay serviceable and advise the Rotables Team on unserviceable items, coordinating repairs with vendors.
• Credit unused parts back to stock, prepare regular stock reports and fix system errors.
• Support the line manager on safety, cleanliness and storage conditions, and assist with logistics for parts delivery, engine/APU reception and dangerous goods handling.

Required profile

• High school, diploma or certificate in a related field, with a bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1-2 years of related experience in the airline industry; low-cost airline experience is a plus.
• Experience with inventory software and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations training are advantages.
• Knowledge of civil aviation rules on acceptance, storage and issuance of tools and equipment.
• Valid driving licence for the assigned location and willingness to work rotating shifts.
• Physical fitness to carry heavy equipment and move between stores.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Very good English and strong verbal and written communication.
• Organising, time management, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Familiarity with quality assurance, internal and external audits.