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Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Helicopters

Perth, Western Australia, AustraliaFull-time4d ago

Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers - Western Australia and Northern Territory (touring options ex East Coast available). 

Multiple positions available for LAME B1.3/B1.4/B2. Broad fleet of aircraft types, a variety of roster structures and base locations.

Support our fleet of AS350, B206/206L, B427/429, B505, BO105, BK117, R22/44 & Cabri G2 Helicopters in delivering exceptional service to our clients. 

 

About the role:

The Vertical Aviation group, encompassing long standing aviation businesses Heliwest and Heli-Muster NT / HM Air are offering diverse opportunities for Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers with helicopter experience throughout Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Upskilling for types and engines is available to Australian License holders.

  • We will support license conversions for NZ and EASA License holders (happy to discuss Visas, but please understand that you will be required to convert to an Australian License in the course of your employment).

  • If you are approaching the end of your training and can demonstrate exam completions and journals near complete, we would be happy to discuss your transition into our team as a future LAME.

  • There are leadership opportunities for senior LAME.

  • We are looking to expand our component workshop footprint and will consider AME's for such roles. 

  • In addition to LAME there are Stores/Sales/Logistics Roles and Technical Records positions open at this time.

We have positions available in WA at our Jandakot (20km south of Perth) and Newman Airport Facilities in the Pilbara. There are also multiple opportunities in Katherine (NT). There is a variety of roster types available for negotiation. As part of the role, you may be required to undertake short duration trips to alternate bases in support of our fleet servicing. Such trips attract additional allowances. 

 

Benefits:

  • Vertical Aviation will provide relocation assistance including flights and temporary accommodation for suitable candidates who wish to move to Perth or Katherine.

  • Competitive remuneration with rostering flexibility.

  • Training and upskilling opportunities (with a focus on Bell and Airbus airframes).

  • Work on range of Helicopter maintenance and associated projects.

  • Staff discounts on helicopter charter and training.

  • Large, modern hangars with excellent stores facilities and tooling (tooling provided).

  • Diverse Perth, Pilbara or NT lifestyle (or a mixture of all 3!).

 To be successful for your new role you must hold:

  • The right to live and work in Australia.

  • Valid Australian Driver’s license.

  • CASA recognised qualifications or be able to readily transition to Australian qualifications.

  • Experience on at least one of the following types - AS350, Bell 206, BK117, BO105, Robinson helicopters.

  • Demonstrable commitment to customer service.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Computer literacy with experience on aircraft computer aided maintenance systems.

  • Ability to prioritise tasks efficiently.

  • The ability to work as a team player but be able to work independently as required.

  • Commitment to a safe work environment.

  • Positive attitude.

  • Current ASIC and Human Factors qualifications (the company can assist with renewal).

Additional requirements/desirable:

  • Bell 505, 407, 212, 412, H135/H145 experience.

  • Experience using Computer Maintenance and Management Systems – Aerotrack MRO(Aust) and Air Maestro will be an advantage.

  • Forklift ticket.

  • First Aid.

About the Vertical Aviation Group:

The Vertical Aviation Group encompasses two long-standing and well-regarded aviation businesses, Heliwest and Heli-Muster NT (HM Air).

Heliwest is a leading provider of Helicopter engineering, flight services and training to the Mining, Industrial, Government and Tourism sectors. Heliwest is a Bell CSF, and a CAR30 maintenance provider (with a roadmap to transition to Part 145) with well-equipped machine shop, components workshop, NDT facility, and full painting capability.

Heli-Muster NT / HM Air services the Pastoral, Tourism, Mining, and Gas industries offering helicopters and fixed wing aircraft, as well as serving Government, Private and Emergency Response needs across the Northern Territory and beyond.  HM is an Authorised Robinson Service Centre with a good balance of piston and turbine maintenance.

Our family business values of safety, great customer service, continuous improvement, integrity, accountability, teamwork and respect shape everything we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.

Mandatory drug and alcohol testing is required pre-employment.

For more information please contact: jobs@heliwest.com.au or jobs@hmair.com.au

www.heliwest.com.au  ~  www.hmair.com.au

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

  • How many years' experience do you have as a licenced aircraft maintenance engineer?

  • How would you rate your English language skills?