Hangar Manager

About the role:

We are seeking a proactive Hangar Manager to plan, coordinate, and oversee the operational readiness of aircraft, hangar facilities, tooling, and aviation training equipment.

In this pivotal role, you will lead and engage a small team while working closely with instructors and operational stakeholders to ensure all resources are available, compliant, and fit for purpose. Your leadership will be instrumental in maintaining a safe, efficient, and highly effective training environment, supporting the seamless delivery of industry-leading aviation training programs.

Is this role for you?

Our ideal candidate will have the following:

• CASA/EASA Part 66 Category B1 licence
• Diploma of Leadership and Management or higher-level qualification, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training.
• Advanced knowledge of CASA/EASA Part 147 and CAR 30 regulations
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the aviation industry.
• Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
• Experience leading and managing a team in a defence or civilian aviation maintenance environment.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) and the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and oversee daily operations.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve issues through negotiation and consultation with others.

What we can offer you:

• A diverse and rewarding position where you will offer key support to our students, staff and stakeholders.
• An environment that supports a high performance, supportive and inclusive culture.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A Health and Wellbeing program including access to two days flexible leave per year and access to our Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family.
• Corporate discount with a private health fund.
• Salary sacrificing for superannuation and novated car leases.
• Professional development opportunities.

Working at Aviation Australia:

Aviation Australia was established by the Queensland Government as a training organisation in 2001 to support the growth and development of the aerospace industries. During the last 25 years, the company has delivered training both nationally and internationally to many thousands of aviation professionals worldwide. As a world class organisation, the training outcomes delivered by Aviation Australia are recognised by the Australian Skills Training Authority along with national and international airworthiness regulators.

At Aviation Australia we strive to live by our values Safety at the heart of everything we do, working together, being accountable, acting innovatively, and delivering on our customer’s needs. Our workplace offers a genuinely flexible working environment where we recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace. Our people are empowered to strive for excellence and succeed. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as women, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If you identify with any of these groups and need assistance with your application, please contact the People and Culture team and one of our team members will contact you to assist.

Please refer to the full job description available under 'Join the Team' on Aviation Australia's website for further information about the role, duties and selection criteria.

To apply: please use the Apply button and include the following:

• A current resume
• A cover letter (no longer than 2 pages)

Only applications from candidates with the legal right to work in Australia will be considered.

Aviation Australia partner with Qantas for the Qantas Engineering Academy. If you are currently working or previously worked for Qantas, part of our recruitment process is to confirm your leaver status. By submitting your application, you agree that AA may contact Qantas for your leaver status if applicable.