Stores Controller - Ethiopia Recruitment Event

Special Note – Ethiopia Recruitment Event

This vacancy is linked to Air Arabia’s upcoming invitation-only Engineering Recruitment Event in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Candidates should apply to this vacancy only if they are available to attend the recruitment event in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia mid November 2026, subject to being shortlisted and invited by Air Arabia. Full event details, including venue, date, timing and interview schedule, will be shared only with shortlisted candidates prior to the event.

If you are interested in similar Air Arabia opportunities but are not available to attend the Ethiopia event, please apply separately to the relevant non-event vacancy on the Air Arabia careers site.

Job Purpose

To manage and control the Air Arabia “Stores” including receipt, storage and release of all the tools, equipment, and spare parts used for maintenance of Air Arabia and 3rd Party aircrafts. 

Ensures all activities are carried and recorded in accordance with Company’s policies and procedures and as per regulatory bodies’ rules and regulations.

Key Result Responsibilities

• Carries out necessary document control and verification of all the heavy maintenance tasks and work packages documentation received from the “Maintenance Planning” ensuring they are all prepared, distributed, and displayed on the action board.
• Ensures proper awareness of relevant TPM, MOE Manual procedures for Production Control in all checks executed, this includes A-checks, C-checks, Engine and APU change checks.
• Distributes the planned maintenance cards in the Control Docks maintaining proper sequence and order in the display.
• Processes, prioritizes, distributes and ensures the proper execution of any additional maintenance cards resulting from the inspection (Pre-docking, ship-shop-ship/ inspection/ routine/clean/lube/servicing/final inspection).
• Monitors the maintenance work progress continuously to ensure smooth workflow; reports to the “Supervisor -Maintenance Planning & Records” any delay or deviation from the planned flow chart and implements corrective measures accordingly.
• Raises non routine maintenance cards for all defects incoming from the Crew and recorded in the Technical Log Book/Cabin Log; follows up on the proper action as per adopted procedures.
• Handles all entries related to the deferred defects in the AMOS system; efficiently compiles and submits debrief report on aircraft departure.
• Monitors the man-hours booking and roster prepared and communicated by the “Planning Engineer” versus the actual man-hours logged for each aircraft to ensure compatibility and report any variations or changes accordingly.
• Reviews the documents of all completed tasks received from the Engineers against the original pre-documentation approved to identify any variations or discrepancies prior to issuing associated certification. 
• Prepares list of all the materials/tools shortages; communicates to “Technical Procurement” for proper action and follows up on status till necessary items are received and handed to concerned personnel.
• Coordinates with the “Technical Procurement” regarding ad-hoc requirements in case of AOG.
• Prepares updated records sheets to document all component changes for each hangar input; continuously updates and maintains the necessary records till the checks are successfully completed.
• Coordinates with MCC and Line Maintenance on the next planning to allow the serviced aircraft proceed accordingly prior to confirming release.
• Forwards the completed work packages to the “Maintenance Planning” team and the records to the “Technical Records” team upon the completion of maintenance tasks, and the departure of the aircraft,  as per adopted procedures and in line with approved standards.

Qualifications (Academic, training, languages)

• High School/Diploma or certificate in any related field from a recognized institution combined with the needed experience and exposure is acceptable; a bachelor degree in any discipline is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Very good communication skills (verbal, written) expressed in high level of accuracy.
• Very good English Language.
• Valid Driving License for the assigned location

Work Experience

• The ability and willingness to work in a rotating shift pattern.
• 1-2 years of related working experience in a similar capacity within the Airline industry; experience with low cost airline is a plus.
• Working experience on inventory soft-wares shall be treated as an advantage.
• Has necessary working experience and exposure to respective civil aviation rules and regulations pertaining to acceptance, storage and issuance of tools and equipment used for aircrafts maintenance.
• Knowledge and completion of IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations training is an advantage.
• Possesses very good organizing and time management skills.
• Good problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Familiar with quality assurance, internal and external audit checks and formalities.
• Proven skills in working with data and resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Dependable, self-initiative, takes ownership, and displays energy and enthusiasm.
• Multi-task oriented with high attention to details.
• Capable of working hard and under pressure
• Physically fit and dynamic, capable of carrying heavy equipment and moving between stores.
• Demonstrates the ability to contribute and successfully deliver against business strategy and set KPIs.