Materials Chaser

We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused Materials Chaser to join our team. This newly created role is responsible for managing all aspects of aircraft parts and tooling pre-provisioning, inventory planning, and optimisation to support aircraft maintenance activities on site.

• Liaise with Purchasing teams to resolve material shortages and ensure timely supply of parts.
• Demonstrate strong commercial and financial awareness in all decision-making.
• Act as an integral part of an innovative and collaborative team.
• Manage component repair and overhaul activities, including engagement with the customer.
• Oversee the material elements of maintenance checks, including participation in daily customer meetings.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including but not limited to:
• Part 145
• Use of the company’s Safety Management System (SMS)
• Support business management activities, including cross-department collaboration, regular communication, and promoting positive working relationships.
• Support with on-time delivery of materials to support aircraft maintenance

You will be:

• Focused on achieving results, meeting targets and adapting plans as needed
• Able to understand customer needs and strives to exceed expectations while prioritising safety.
• Open to new ideas, challenges existing processes, and works effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Communicates clearly, builds constructive relationships, and supports colleagues to achieve team goals.

Requirements

• Experience in materials, logistics, and supplier management within an MRO engineering or maintenance environment.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness.
• A natural forward thinker with excellent planning skills.
• Analytical and highly numerate.
• Self-starter with a results-driven approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of an innovative and fast-paced team.

WASL offers a comprehensive benefit package to its eligible employees. This includes:

• Competitive salaries, company bonus’s, flexible working patterns
• 33 days annual leave including UK bank holidays, holiday buy & sell scheme
• Health & wellbeing support, company pension, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, retail discounts, referral bonus, death in service and more.

About us

Willis Aviation Services Limited are part of Willis Lease Finance Corporation, a pioneer and provider of global aviation services for over 45 years. Our facility at Teesside International Airport provides base maintenance, return to service, aircraft disassembly, short and long term aircraft storage, and ground and cargo handling services.

At Willis Aviation Services Limited (WASL), we are committed to fair hiring practices and building a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace. We value every individual’s contribution and make employment decisions based on job-related criteria such as qualifications, experience, and the ability to perform the role.

These are exciting times for Willis Aviation Services Limited as we continue to grow. If you’re ready to make a difference in aviation, apply today.

To Recruitment  Agencies:

WASL does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate submissions from agencies. All unsolicited profiles will be treated as the property of WASL, and no fees will be paid.

This applies to any CVs sent directly to employees or managers without prior agreement with our internal Talent Acquisition team.