Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Your Opportunity

The Aircraft Maintenance Engineers are responsible for carrying out, on and off aircraft maintenance safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

Your Responsibilities

• Be dedicated to exceeding the customers’ expectations and delivering an efficient operation, whilst maintaining a safe environment;
• Ensure that the scheduled and unscheduled maintenance is carried out in accordance with Pilatus/OEM approved publications/instructions using approved parts supplied from approved sources;
• Make certain that they have been correctly trained and certified to carry out the work assigned to them and that the procedures laid down in the PMP are followed;
• Be trained in, and conduct, limited ejection seat maintenance activities;
• Work with minimal supervision and direct A-Level technicians and Ground handlers as required during the execution of varying duties;
• Be utilised in support of day, evening and Flight Line maintenance crews to maximise aircraft safety and availability;
• Ensure that all maintenance is correctly and appropriately documented;
• Direct to the appropriate Manager/Supervisor, items that are beyond the scope of authority of the B Technician, as outlined in the BWC procedures, processes and policies;
• Deploy in support of deployed RSAF operations;
• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance;
• Ensure compliance with all AD’s, SBs, etc. prior to expiry of compliance and relevant to the aircraft;
• Carry out inspection and maintenance co-ordination and certification;
• May be nominated for CRS functions;
• Ensure all entries and certifications for work undertaken is completed and certified;
• Ensure all data, release notes and certificates of conformance for components and parts used during servicing or maintenance are accompanying the respective work sheet/work package;
• Actively participate in the Quality and Safety Management System applications;
• Ensure FOD control procedures are adhered to;
• Ensure OH & S/WHS requirements are adhered to;
• Ensure GSE is serviceable and report any defects or deficiencies;
• Ensure Approved Maintenance Data used is current and applicable;
• Complete “defect reports” as required;
• Ensure Tool control requirements are adhered to;
• Assist with defect analysis and investigations;
• Carry out aircraft washing and associated corrosion control inspection;
• Carry out aircraft towing and repositioning;
• Carry out aircraft refuelling;
• Carry out flight line activities including flight servicing’s, replenishments and marshalling;
• Work with the Quality and Aviation Safety Manager or delegate in the maintenance of Quality and Aviation Safety responsibilities including participation in audits, technical investigations as it applies to ‘Human Factors in Maintenance’;
• Work with the Crew Leaders to foster a sense of ‘Safety First’ within the technical workforce;
• Maintain good relationships with the customer; &
• Report and raise any observations, through the appropriate process, with regard to continuous improvement, safety management and customer satisfaction.
• Other duties as may be directed by your supervisor from time-to-time to support program success.

What will help you too Succeed

• Min Cert IV Aeroskills
• Demonstrated understanding of Aviation regulatory requirements for Aircraft maintenance, both civil & military (Part 145)
• Demonstrable safety focus
• Good communication skills
• Proven ability to work in a team environment and within limited supervision.
• Common courtesy and customer orientation.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and in various weather conditions as well as meeting minimum physical requirements of the job.
• Ability to deploy on notification nationally or internationally. 
• Strong initiative, self-direction and proactive.
• Strong personal values corresponding with Jet Aviation values (Trust, Honesty, Alignment, Transparency)
• Previously held an Australian Defence Force Security clearance
• Strong initiative and self-direction
• Basic knowledge and effective use of PC applications including MS Word, e mail, Web Browser, and Excel.

How to apply?

Your application must consist of the following:

• Acknowledgement that you have a current legal right to work in Australia, as well as hold or be able to attain an ADF security clearance;
• A Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the position; and
• A copy of your updated CV.

Please note: if you are a current Jet Aviation Employee, please apply via your employee SF site under Jet Aviation - Careers.

Pre-Employment Assessment

As part of the selection process applicants will be required to undertake some or all of the following assessments/checks:

• Pre-employment functional assessment, which will include a drug and alcohol test.
• National Police/Criminal History Check.
• Right to Work in Australia Check.