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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – Mechanical

A$70K – A$85K YearlyCairns, Queensland, AustraliaFull-time15h ago

Your Opportunity

The Aircraft Maintenance Engineer is responsible for performing a broad range of heavy and line maintenance activities on aircraft maintained by Jet Aviation, whilst ensuring safe work practices. Annual Salary: AUD $70,000–$85,000 plus Super plus OT.

Your Responsibilities

  • Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance at the general direction of LAMEs or other authorised delegates
  • Ensure scheduled and unscheduled maintenance is carried out in accordance with OEM and other approved publications using approved parts from approved sources
  • Ensure compliance with all ADs, SBs, etc. prior to expiry of compliance dates
  • Assist with inspection, maintenance coordination and certification
  • Ensure all entries and certifications for work undertaken are completed and certified
  • Ensure all data, release notes and certificates of conformance for components accompany the respective work sheet/work package
  • Actively participate in Quality and Safety Management System applications
  • Perform heavy and line base maintenance on various types of aircraft in line with budgets and scheduling
  • Perform component sanding and spray-painting; component part removal and maintenance
  • Carry out aircraft washing and associated corrosion control inspections
  • Carry out aircraft towing, repositioning, refuelling and marshalling
  • Assist with defect analysis and investigations
  • Ensure FOD control, OH&S/WHS, tool control, and GSE serviceability requirements are adhered to
  • Work with the Quality and Aviation Safety Manager on Quality and Safety responsibilities including participation in audits and technical investigations
  • Contribute to shift handover, daily planner updates, and hangar housekeeping in line with the 5S Program
  • Report observations for continuous improvement, safety management and customer satisfaction

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum Certificate IV in Aeroskills
  • Ability to perform various types of aircraft maintenance
  • Experience working in an aircraft maintenance facility
  • Demonstrated understanding of aviation regulatory and safety requirements
  • Computer literate in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to work flexible schedules and in various weather conditions
  • Current legal right to work in Australia

Desired Characteristics

  • Customer-focused with strong service and people skills
  • Proactive, self-motivated and results-driven
  • Team-oriented with the ability to work autonomously
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • High personal accountability and strong personal values aligned with Jet Aviation values: Trust, Honesty, Alignment, Transparency

How to Apply

Your application must include:

  • Acknowledgement that you have a current legal right to work in Australia
  • A cover letter (1–2 pages max) outlining your previous skills and experience
  • A copy of your most updated resume
  • Proof of applicable certificates and qualifications