Logistics Officer

Location: Sharjah, UAE
Department: Supply Chain & Logistics
Deadline: 20 November 2026

Purpose

The Logistics Officer is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the movement of aircraft components, spares, consumables and other materials across the operation. The role ensures that inbound and outbound shipments are planned and executed efficiently, with particular focus on the timely delivery of materials required for aircraft maintenance and operational continuity.

Working closely with Procurement, MCC, Finance, Stores and Station Operations, the role also coordinates freight forwarders, couriers and customs brokers. It manages customs and regulatory requirements, shipment documentation, urgent AOG movements and bulk freight solutions. Through effective planning, compliance and cost control, the role helps maintain material availability, minimise delays and support safe, reliable and cost-effective aircraft operations.

Main objectives

Material Availability: Ensure aircraft components, spares, consumables and materials reach the required locations on time to support maintenance and operational needs.

AOG Responsiveness: Maintain effective 24/7 coordination and escalation for AOG and other time-critical shipments.

Compliance and Control: Maintain compliant import/export movements, accurate documentation, shipment visibility and audit readiness.

Cost and Service Optimisation: Secure efficient and economical freight solutions through effective provider management, bulk-shipment RFPs and cost-saving initiatives.

Continuous Improvement: Use logistics data to identify delays, improve shipment performance and strengthen end-to-end material flow.

Key accountabilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee all inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring appropriate routing, mode selection and delivery timelines.
• Coordinate timely delivery of aircraft components, spares, consumables and materials in line with maintenance and operational priorities.
• Provide 24/7 support for AOG and urgent shipments, coordinating closely with Procurement, MCC, Maintenance and relevant stations.
• Ensure import/export activities comply with applicable UAE, destination-station and international customs requirements, IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and Civil Aviation Authority requirements.
• Manage customs clearance, re-export, ATA Carnet and bonded-shipping activities in coordination with local authorities, customs brokers and airport free zones.
• Ensure shipment documentation, permits, tracking records and supporting files are complete, accurate and maintained for audit purposes.
• Manage day-to-day relationships and service arrangements with freight forwarders, courier providers, customs brokers and internal Stores teams.
• Evaluate and arrange bulk shipments using time-efficient and commercially viable transport solutions.
• Manage RFPs and quotations for bulk shipments, assessing service capability, cost, transit time and compliance to achieve value for money and meet operational deadlines.
• Identify and implement opportunities to reduce transportation and logistics costs, including reviewing service contracts and freight options.
• Monitor shipment performance and analyse logistics data to identify delays, recurring issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Work collaboratively with Procurement, Maintenance, Finance, Stores and Station Operations to maintain seamless material flow and resolve shipment issues.

Required qualifications

1. A degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Aviation Management or a related discipline.
2. UAE driving license is mandatory.
3. 3-5 years’ equivalent experience coordinating inbound and outbound international shipments, preferably supporting aircraft maintenance or operational requirements.
4. Working knowledge of import/export procedures, customs clearance, re-export, ATA Carnet, bonded shipments and shipment documentation.
5. Knowledge of IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and applicable UAE, international and destination-station customs and aviation requirements; relevant training or certification is an advantage.
6. Experience managing freight forwarders, courier providers, customs brokers and logistics service contracts, including RFQs/RFPs and cost evaluation.
7. Ability to coordinate urgent and 24/7 AOG shipments and manage multiple shipments, priorities and deadlines across different locations.
8. Good analytical and reporting skills, including shipment tracking, logistics performance analysis and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
9. Strong coordination, communication, planning and problem-solving skills, with accuracy and the ability to work under pressure.
10. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and logistics/shipment tracking systems; experience in the aviation, MRO or other regulated logistics environment is preferred.

Submit your CV using the form on the right, by 20 November, if you would like to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted