Jimit Thomas
Dubai
Summary
Aviation stores inspector and supply chain professional with over 12 years of experience in airline and MRO environments. Specializes in material inspection, regulatory compliance, and stores operations, with proven expertise in GCAA-compliant receiving inspection and tool control. Strong background in airworthiness standards, ESDS handling, calibration control, and dangerous goods compliance. Maintains audit-ready systems that ensure traceability and support safe, efficient maintenance operations.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Supply Chain Officer
OEM SERVICES SAS DWC
Dubai
2024.06 - 2026.07
- Prioritise repairs for critical component shortages to prevent AOG situations and minimise operational disruptions.
- Administer Repair Orders (ROs) while ensuring compliance with contractual terms, quality standards, and delivery timelines.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards during component induction, inspection, and repair processes.
- Manage the end-to-end external repair lifecycle for aircraft components, from initial quotation review through repair completion and return to service.
- Review technical documentation and verify conformity of components before repair and return to service.
- Compile detailed reports to support audit and regulatory compliance.
Logistics Coordinator / Stores Inspector
JET AVIATION DUBAI LLC
Dubai
2020.11 - 2024.05
- Verified documentation, certifications, and physical condition of components before release to stores, enhancing inventory integrity.
- Inspected and accepted incoming aircraft materials, ensuring compliance with GCAA and company procedures.
- Identified and managed non-conforming materials, implementing proper segregation and reporting protocols to mitigate risks.
- Monitored shelf-life items and ensured compliance with storage and handling requirements.
- Maintained ESDS handling procedures during receipt, storage, and issue of sensitive components.
- Ensured compliance with Dangerous Goods regulations during handling and documentation.
- Supported audits by maintaining accurate inspection and traceability records.
Warehouse and Logistics Coordinator
EMIRATES AIRLINE
Dubai
2019.02 - 2020.09
- Supervised logistics operations, overseeing receiving, inspection, binning, and dispatch of aircraft spares and tools to maintain operational flow.
- Coordinated with engineering teams to secure timely availability of serviceable materials, supporting uninterrupted operations.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to support full traceability and audit readiness.
- Ensured compliance with GCAA standards and internal procedures to uphold safety and regulatory requirements.
Warehouse & Logistics Coordinator / Stores Inspector
EXECUJET MIDDLE EAST MRO
Dubai
2017.05 - 2019.01
- Coordinated component handling, storage, and dispatch to maintain adherence to approved procedures and optimise workflow.
- Handled ESDS-sensitive components and ensured compliance with DGR in material handling and shipment.
- Conducted material inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Worked with OEMs and suppliers to ensure material conformity and timely processing.
- Facilitated internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and ensuring traceability of materials.
Stores Inspector
TRANSWORLD AVIATION FZE
Dubai
2014.10 - 2017.05
- Executed receiving, inspection, and dispatch of aircraft components to ensure compliance with QA standards, maintaining high quality and safety.
- Maintained proper documentation and traceability of all materials to support regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated shipment and tracking of repairable components, ensuring accurate record-keeping to facilitate timely repairs and inventory management.
Education
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering - Avionics
Flytech Aviation Academy
Hyderabad, IndiaSkills
- Material compliance and inspection
- Airworthiness verification
- Audit readiness
- Stores operations management
- Tool calibration control
- Regulatory documentation handling
- Systems proficiency: SAP, Corridor, Ultramain, Pentagon, Quantum
- Technical documentation and reporting
- Leadership and training
Certification
· CIPS Level IV — London Institute of Studies and Research Center (In Progress)
· International Certification in Supply Chain Management — CILT
· BAMEEC in Aircraft Instrument System — DGCA, India
· ISO 9001-2008 Lead Auditor Training — Bureau Veritas Certification
LANGUAGES
English: Advanced (C1)
Hindi: Upper Intermediate (B2)
Malayalam: Proficient / Native (C2)
Timeline
Supply Chain Officer
OEM SERVICES SAS DWC
2024.06 - 2026.07
Logistics Coordinator / Stores Inspector
JET AVIATION DUBAI LLC
2020.11 - 2024.05
Warehouse and Logistics Coordinator
EMIRATES AIRLINE
2019.02 - 2020.09
Warehouse & Logistics Coordinator / Stores Inspector
EXECUJET MIDDLE EAST MRO
2017.05 - 2019.01
Stores Inspector
TRANSWORLD AVIATION FZE
2014.10 - 2017.05
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering - Avionics
Flytech Aviation Academy