- Logistics & Supply Chain Manager - Maroochydore, QLD

- Lead procurement, inventory, repairables and tooling support

- Permanent MRO leadership role with Part 145 exposure

Full

Quick Overview

Role: Logistics & Supply Chain Manager (MRO)

City/Airport: Maroochydore (MCY), QLD

Aircraft: Stores

Business Area: MRO Logistics and Supply Chain

Shift: Monday-Friday

Work Type: Procurement, inventory, logistics, repairables, tooling/GSE and supply chain management

Terms: Permanent

Relocation: Potential relocation support pending approval

Visa Sponsorship: No sponsorship available

Role Description

Sigma Aerospace is seeking a Logistics & Supply Chain Manager to lead the logistics and supply chain function supporting its MRO operations in Maroochydore.

This role is responsible for ensuring parts, tooling, consumables and repairables are available to support the operational maintenance plan. The position is accountable for procurement, inventory integrity, traceability, vendor performance, repairables, logistics and expediting outcomes that help protect aircraft touch time and delivery milestones.

This is a critical support function within a CASA Part 145 base and line maintenance environment, with exposure to EASA Part 145 component services. The role works closely with MRO leadership, engineering, stores, Quality and Safety, HR, Finance and client/operator stakeholders.

Why Apply Through Sigma Aerospace Workforce?

Critical MRO Support Function: Take ownership of the supply chain function that directly supports aircraft maintenance delivery.

Broad Leadership Scope: Lead procurement, inventory, logistics, repairables, vendors, tooling, GSE and compliance support.

Operational Impact: Help protect aircraft touch time and delivery milestones through material availability, traceability and supplier performance.

Cross-Functional Exposure: Work closely with MRO leadership, engineering, Quality and Safety, stores, finance and client/operator stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

Logistics Capability: Relevant logistics or supply chain capability appropriate to managing the function

Part 145 Knowledge: Understanding of Part 145 requirements

Inventory and Traceability: Ability to operate effectively in a traceability and documentation-focused environment

Organisation: Strong organisational capability and high attention to detail

Communication: Clear communication and coordination skills

Site Access: Ability to obtain and maintain an ASIC where required for site access

Licence: Valid driver’s licence

Training:



Ability to complete mandatory training and inductions where required

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this role

Desirable Requirements

Aviation logistics or supply chain experience is preferred, but not mandatory.

Experience with aviation/MRO inventory, traceability, repairables, certification, tooling/GSE, supplier management and maintenance operational support is highly relevant.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain Management

- Oversee procurement, inventory and logistics

- Ensure material availability aligns with production plans

- Manage vendor and supplier relationships

- Manage repairables, quarantine, returns and warranty processes in line with quality requirements

- Ensure certification, shelf-life, batch/serial traceability and receiving controls are maintained

- Maintain tooling control processes and availability planning where applicable

Regulatory, Quality and Safety Oversight

- Ensure ongoing compliance with CASA/EASA Part 145 obligations and Sigma procedures

- Maintain audit readiness and support closure of findings and actions

- Champion SMS and WHS culture

- Ensure documentation integrity and approved data use across the operation

Compliance and Quality

- Ensure traceability and documentation compliance

- Support audits and regulatory requirements

- Maintain confidentiality and record-keeping requirements

- Comply with Sigma policies, procedures and quality standards

Operational Support

- Coordinate tooling and spares

- Support logistics and expediting outcomes

- Identify efficiencies and cost improvements

- Help ensure tooling and GSE are compliant and available to meet production needs

Commercial and Stakeholder Management

- Manage client/operator relationships where required

- Support tender responses, pricing, scope management and change control where applicable

- Drive continuous improvement to reduce rework, improve touch time and optimise delivery

- Support technology-led change and operational efficiencies

People and Capability

- Lead and develop the team

- Support recruitment and retention strategies

- Ensure fatigue management and workforce wellbeing are actively managed

- Promote Sigma values and a high-performance, safety-first culture





- Support succession planning and workforce resilience

Role Perks

Permanent MRO leadership role

Maroochydore-based opportunity

Monday-Friday roster

Broad remit across procurement, inventory, logistics, repairables, vendors and tooling/GSE

Direct impact on aircraft maintenance delivery

Exposure to CASA Part 145 and EASA Part 145 environments

Cross-functional engagement with MRO leadership, engineering, Quality and Safety, and client/operator stakeholders

Potential relocation support pending approval

Important Note

Aviation logistics or supply chain experience is preferred, but not mandatory. Candidates from outside aviation may be considered where they can demonstrate the logistics/supply chain capability required for the role and an understanding of Part 145 requirements.

There is no aircraft licence, LAME status or aircraft type-rating requirement stated for this position.

About Sigma Aerospace Workforce

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 capabilities for airlines when they 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 five states, CASA and ASQA approvals, and a track record of delivering for major aviation, defence and maintenance organisations, Sigma is known for being fast, technically sharp and execution-focused.

Contact us

Want to get in touch with us? We would love to hear from you - reach out via phone or email, listed below.

Phone: 02 9137 6831 (Jessica), 02 4072 6121 (Allan) or 02 4072 5965 (James), 02 7250 6186 (Elaine)

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.sigmaaerospace.com.au/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sigmaaerospace/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sigmaaerospace/

NOTE: Please ensure that you meet the essential criteria before submitting your application. A cover letter outlining your suitability for this MRO logistics and supply chain leadership role will also be highly regarded.

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