Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Are you a licensed aircraft engineer (New Zealand CAA LAME) with experience in turbine/piston and fixed wing aircraft? Do you want to work in a dynamic and innovative company that offers competitive salary and benefits? If yes, then we have an opportunity for you!

We are looking for a licenced aircraft engineer to join our team in Napier, Hawke’s Bay. You will be responsible for aircraft maintenance and help develop and lead a small but growing team of engineers.

About the Role

Whilst the role covers various types of aeroplanes, our focus is on fixed wing turbine and piston engines. There is already a stream of work with an opportunity to build on this.

The role includes the execution of high-level aircraft maintenance tasks such as dismantling, inspecting, testing, repairing, and reassembling aircraft engines, components, airframes, and systems.

We also expect you to collaborate with staff, contractors and clients on maintenance work and completion timeframes.

Flight Care Limited is licenced under CAA part 145 and all dealings will come under these requirements.

About You

You are a NZCAA licensed aircraft engineer who excels under pressure and meet deadlines. We expect that you have:

• Strong GA, fixed wing and turbine experience (PT6A rating).
• Experience in maintaining meticulous record keeping and work packs.
• Outstanding organisational and time management skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, even under pressure.

What is on offer?

Flight Care Limited is offering a fulltime permanent position (Monday to Friday, though flexible conditions can be discussed), based at Napier’s airport. We offer competitive remuneration and opportunity to further excel in your chosen profession as an aircraft engineer.

Flight Care Limited is pushing forward and is looking for competent, dedicated and energised people to join its team on its new journey. If you want to work with a growing and dynamic aircraft maintenance and engineering company, situated in Napier, Hawke’s Bay, then apply online.

How to Apply

Please provide proof of your NZCAA LAME licence.

Applications will be reviewed after 20 October 2026.