Logistics controller

Job Description

Job Title: Logistics controller

Location: Ridsdale, Onsite role.

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: £39,955

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Job Description:

This role is responsible for the safe, compliant handling of energetic articles, overseeing their receipt, storage, and despatch at Ridsdale. The postholder will manage site storage capacity, maintain accurate explosives records, and ensure government‑funded assets are controlled and accounted for throughout their lifecycle.

Core duties: [up to 4-5 bullets of direct responsibilities, max 100 words, ideally 15 words per bullet]

• Ensure safe receipt and despatch of energetic articles to and from Ridsdale
• Manage site storage areas to optimise footprint and meet requirements
• Maintain and control explosives storage records, including weekly movement inspections
• Manage all government funded assets, including receipt, returns, spares, and inventory compliance
• Arrange transport for energetic deliveries and streamline schedules to reduce costs
• Manage equipment calibration, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders

Essential Skills:

• Previous experience in logistics stores roles, coordinating movement of assets and components on and offsite
• Ability to work within teams, organising workloads effectively while performing under pressure when required consistently
• Experience working in hazardous environments with clear understanding of licensing limits and compliance requirements applicable
• Experience conducting audits, inventory checks and inspections in line with company schedules and procedures requirements

Ridsdale Test & Evaulation Team:

The Logisitics Controller will be the primary focus point for stores, including government funded assets (GFA) and transport management within the Ridsdale range. The Logistics Controller will also be responsible for the effective implementation of company and site procedures relating to the control and management of energetic stores.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 16th April 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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