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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Aircraft Surface Finisher (Spray Painter) - Rotary Wing

On-siteFull timeMid-level

Bankstown, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · Posted 1 hr. ago

About Toll Aviation

Toll Helicopters is an experienced provider of specialised mission-critical helicopter services and training for Government, Defence and the civil sector. With extensive experience in operations, training and helicopter maintenance, our staff are some of the most highly experienced and well-trained aviation professionals in the country.

About the Role

Toll Aviation is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Aircraft Surface Finisher (Spray Painter) to join our Rotary Wing team based at Bankstown Airport. This is a hands-on role supporting our engineering team across aircraft maintenance, surface finishing, and general hangar operations. You'll play a critical part in maintaining operational readiness, reducing downtime, and supporting the delivery of key Government & Defence contracts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (LAMEs) with the execution of maintenance activities in a safe and compliant manner, not proceeding past inspection checkpoints until inspected by a supervisor
  • Perform aircraft maintenance tasks as directed on a non-certifying basis
  • Prepare aircraft surfaces including sanding, masking, stripping, and priming
  • Apply polyurethane and other aviation-grade coatings to aircraft components and structures
  • Perform touch-ups, refinishing, and corrosion protection treatments
  • Conduct maintenance and upkeep of ground support equipment and tooling
  • Maintain hangar cleanliness and comply with all safety, environmental, and operational procedures

Essential Requirements

  • Mechanical aptitude or hands-on technical skillset
  • Proven experience in polyurethane spray painting (automotive, marine, or aviation)
  • Aviation or aircraft maintenance exposure and experience
  • Certificate III or IV in Aircraft Surface Finishing
  • Current valid Australian driver's licence
  • Strong understanding of Work Health & Safety practices
  • Full working rights in Australia

Desirable

  • Experience working in a regulated or safety-critical environment
  • Basic computer skills
  • Certificate II-IV in Aeroskills

About Toll Group

At Toll, we do more than just logistics - we move the businesses that move the world. Our 16,000 team members can help solve any logistics, transport, or supply chain challenge. We have been supporting our customers for more than 130 years, and are proudly part of Japan Post.

How to Apply

Are you excited about this role but concerned you don't meet all the requirements? If you have similar skills and are willing to learn, we encourage you to apply anyway. To find out more about us visit www.careers.tollgroup.com

Locations
Bankstown, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Timezones
Worldwide
Education
professional certificate

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