SENIOR LOGISTICS SUPPORT ASSISTANT

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SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS TECHNICAL IS HIRING

South African Airways Technical is seeking a detail-oriented and organised Senior Logistics Support Assistant to join its Line Stations business unit in Cape Town. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring that aircraft maintenance teams have timely access to the correct equipment, tooling and aircraft materials needed to support operational readiness.

JOB DETAILS

Position: Senior Logistics Support Assistant Reference Number: SAA260722-1 Division: SAAT Business Unit: Line Stations Location: Cape Town, Western Cape Job Type: Permanent Job Grade: TS3 Reports To: Shift Leader: Line Station CPT Number of Positions: 1 Minimum Education: Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent NQF Level 4 Closing Date: 29 July 2026

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Senior Logistics Support Assistant will be responsible for supporting the efficient flow and control of aircraft materials, tools and equipment. The role involves receiving and storing materials, picking and issuing stock, maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring that all material movements are correctly captured in the AMOS system.

This position requires someone who is organised, reliable and comfortable working with stock control, documentation and warehouse processes. Attention to detail is particularly important, as accurate material tracking contributes to operational readiness, traceability and compliance.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive aircraft components, tools, equipment and materials into Stores in a timely manner. • Bin and store materials correctly according to established requirements. • Pick and issue stock from the Toolstore as required. • Verify delivery documentation against materials received. • Ensure received materials comply with applicable requirements. • Allocate appropriate bin and rack locations. • Maintain accurate bin and rack labels. • Update paperwork and aircraft material shelf-life documentation. • Process picking slips accurately and on time. • Dispatch stock items to internal customers and stakeholders. • Investigate and perform stock verification when discrepancies occur. • Conduct stock count reconciliations. • Participate in scheduled and regular stock-taking activities. • Ensure all stock movements are accurately and promptly updated on the AMOS system. • Liaise with internal customers and relevant stakeholders when required. • Follow Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent NQF Level 4 – Essential. • Certificate in Supply Chain Management or Logistics – Advantageous. • Good communication and interpersonal skills. • Basic knowledge of warehouse systems. • Intermediate analytical and numerical skills. • Good understanding of customer deliverables. • Understanding of the impact of service failures and the cost of poor quality.

KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Analytical and conceptual thinking. • Strong attention to detail. • Good planning and organisational abilities. • Information-seeking skills. • Initiative and achievement orientation. • Teamwork and cooperation. • Customer service orientation. • Integrity and professionalism. • Ability to understand and respond to operational requirements. • Ability to maintain accurate records and handle stock-related information responsibly.

WHO CAN APPLY?

This opportunity is suitable for candidates who meet the minimum Matric requirement and have an interest or background in logistics, supply chain, warehousing, stores or inventory-related operations. A relevant qualification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics will be an added advantage.

Candidates who are organised, numerically capable and attentive to detail, with an understanding of warehouse systems and stock control processes, may be well suited to this opportunity.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

The Senior Logistics Support Assistant contributes directly to the availability and control of materials and equipment required for aircraft maintenance operations. Accurate inventory management, timely issuing of materials and proper documentation are essential to maintaining operational readiness, traceability and compliance.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Employer: South African Airways Technical Position: Senior Logistics Support Assistant Location: Cape Town, Western Cape Job Type: Permanent Reference Number: SAA260722-1 Closing Date: 29 July 2026

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply through the official South African Airways Technical recruitment platform. Search for the position using reference number SAA260722-1 and ensure that your application is submitted before the closing date.

IMPORTANT: Only applications that meet the specified requirements and are submitted through the designated recruitment process should be considered.

CLOSING DATE: 29 JULY 2026

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