Aviation Welder

Join Jet Aviation’s Component Services team as an Aviation Welder, supporting the repair, overhaul, fabrication and maintenance of aircraft components, tooling and associated equipment.

You will apply your welding and fabrication expertise in an aviation maintenance environment where precision, safety and quality are essential. This is an opportunity to contribute to work that supports the safe and reliable operation of aircraft while developing your experience within a globally recognised business aviation organisation.

Your Responsibility

• Perform welding, brazing, fabrication, repair and overhaul activities on aircraft components, tooling and associated equipment in accordance with approved maintenance data, engineering instructions and company procedures.
• Apply TIG, MIG, oxy-acetylene and other approved welding processes as required, including work involving stainless steel, aluminium and other aerospace-related materials.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical publications, repair instructions, specifications and work instructions.
• Complete welding and fabrication activities in accordance with applicable aviation requirements, customer expectations and quality standards.
• Inspect completed welds and fabricated repairs, identifying defects, non-conformances and serviceability concerns and escalating them to the Lead Hand or Senior Lead Hand.
• Support the manufacture, modification and repair of tooling, fixtures and workshop equipment.
• Complete work orders, maintenance documentation and ERP transactions accurately and on time.
• Communicate any risks to quality, safety or production schedules.
• Maintain welding equipment, tooling and work areas in a safe and serviceable condition.
• Identify hazards and comply with workplace health and safety, environmental and safe-work requirements.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the workshop.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality and productivity.

What will Help You too Succeed

• A recognised trade qualification in engineering fabrication, boilermaking, welding or an equivalent discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in precision welding and fabrication.
• Practical TIG welding experience with stainless steel, aluminium and other aerospace-related materials.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and repair instructions.
• Knowledge of welding quality controls and inspection requirements.
• An understanding of aviation maintenance requirements and approved maintenance practices.
• Computer literacy, including experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• A current Australian Driver Licence.

• Welding experience in an aviation, maintenance, repair and overhaul or other highly regulated environment.
• Experience working with aircraft components, aerospace materials, precision fabrication or tooling manufacture.
• Familiarity with CASA Part 145 environments.
• A strong safety mindset and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Personal accountability, initiative, attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

Why Jet Aviation?

• The opportunity to work within a global aviation organisation with approximately 50 locations and a diverse workforce representing more than 80 nationalities.
• Exposure to specialised aircraft component maintenance, repair and overhaul activities.
• A workplace that values craftsmanship, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• The opportunity to contribute to a business with broad aviation capabilities, supporting potential career development across areas such as maintenance, completions, FBO, aircraft management and government programs.
• A role where your practical skills directly support aviation safety, quality and operational performance.

How to Apply?

Your application must consist of the following:

• Acknowledgement that you have a current legal right to work in Australia;
• A cover letter (1-2 pages max) outlining how you meet the requirements of this role; and
• A copy of your updated resume.

Apply now to bring your welding expertise to the artisans of aviation. 

Pre-employment Requirements

• Verification of the right to work in Australia.
• Pre-employment medical assessment, which may include functional capacity and drug and alcohol testing.
• National police or criminal history check.
• Practical welding or fabrication assessment.
• Numeracy and literacy assessment.
• Computer skills assessment.
• Verification of qualifications and licences.
• Directorship check.

Please Note:

Jet Aviation Employee Notification: If you are currently a Jet Aviation Employee, please apply via your employee JA SuccessFactors portal under 'Careers'.

Remuneration Package:The Remuneration Annual Salary package will be determined by the successful candidate's qualification and experience.