Aviation Parts Purchaser (Permanent)

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Aviation Parts Purchaser (Permanent)

Aviation Parts Purchaser (Permanent)

Vancouver, BC

Expected Salary: $63,055 to $94,583

Underpinned by a deep understanding of technology integration, asset management, and specialist training, Babcock International works with customers around the world to improve the capability, reliability, and availability of their most critical assets within the key market sectors of Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear.

In Canada, Babcock works in the Marine sector, where our teams provide critical and complex support to Canada's submarine fleet. Our Canadian team is proud to be trusted to deliver key naval in-service support for the Royal Canadian Navy. We also operate in the Aviation sector, where Babcock ensures that the aircrew trainees of our partner nations receive the world's best flying training. We deliver vital aerial emergency services and are proud to have been selected by the Government of Manitoba to deliver their wildfire suppression services, as well as key components of their critical air ambulance services.

Whether it is providing technical training instruction, developing training materials or maintaining critical training assets, Babcock is trusted by its customers to deliver world-class training solutions.

Babcock's Purpose is to create a safe and secure world, together . Our Principles create the foundation for how we will do this. They keep us on the right course, unify the way we work and guide us towards success. By thinking, connecting, and acting in line with these Principles, we'll deliver better outcomes for our Culture, Customers and Communities. Collectively at Babcock, our employees embody the Principles that help make us great at what we do:

• Challenge the status quo, Be Curious , and ask, ‘how might we?'
• Whenever measuring success, Think: Outcomes and positive impacts.
• Be Kind to ourselves, each other, and our planet.
• Babcock employees Collaborate - we are greater than the sum of our parts,
• Be Courageous - be brave, ambitious, and determined.
• Everyone has a part to play - Own and Deliver to be successful.

We encourage you to explore our Babcock Canada website to learn more about us at

In this role, you will:

Be responsible for the procurement of inventory for Babcock's rotary wing operations. This will include all specialized and non-specialized aviation parts, and materials and equipment required and utilized in the maintenance of AW 169 rotary wing aircraft operated in support of BC Emergency Health Services operations. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Sourcing parts, materials and tooling for aircraft as outlined in the Maintenance Policy Manual ensuring appropriate parts documentation and use of appropriately rated Aircraft Maintenance Organizations (AMOs).
• Engaging proactively with suppliers to develop and manage key relationships including supplier performance, risk, escalation, and improvement initiatives.
• Liaising with suppliers for timeline of repairs and parts delivery, monitoring parts requests, and communicating any delays.
• Monitoring and maintaining inventory stock levels.
• Submitting new suppliers for inclusion in the Authorized Supplier List.
• Creating Purchase and Repair Orders in CAMP, the Maintenance Tracking Software.
• Working with the Procurement team to create Industrial and Financial System (IFS) Purchase Orders.
• Ensuring Aircraft on Ground items are prioritized, and delivery arrangements finalized.
• Developing and maintaining a close working relationship with Aviation customers and stakeholders.
• Preparing appropriate reporting of KPIs, parts and materials, as necessary to support the business unit.
• Reporting all safety hazards or concerns through the Safety Management System (SMS) system.
• Participating in all training as assigned including but not limited to Human Factors, Ladder & Lifting, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), Transportation of Dangerous Goods.
• This position will be in an on-call rotation after business hours.

The ideal candidate brings:

• You hold a high school diploma or equivalent (a Bachelor of Commerce / Economics, or a degree/diploma in a related field would be considered an asset).
• 5 years or more experience in the Aviation industry with an understanding of the Canadian Aviation Regulations and parts certifications.
• You have experience in the following areas:
  • Aviation Stores experience or oversight
  • Aviation Purchasing experience or oversight
  • WHMIS training an asset (annual training is provided)

• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with subject matter experts, colleagues, and suppliers.
• You are a positive, resilient, and focused individual.
• You have excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• You are proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• You are eligible for an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) and ITAR Clearance.

Babcock Canada supports the safety and wellbeing of our employees through the following programs:

• Contributions towards an employee's physical and mental health
• Wellness days
• Supportive work life balance: flexible work schedule and competitive annual vacation time off
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave top-up available
• Employer matching of employee retirement contribution
• Employee recognition and bonus programs
• Support of professional development and reimbursement of membership dues
• Relocation assistance for individuals and families

Babcock is committed to promoting a workforce without boundaries. One that welcomes everyone to contribute to our success regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or age. If you require accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.

Applicants, please apply online at