Aircraft Maintenance Engineer- Sheetmetal - Base
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer- Sheetmetal - Base
Provide Sheetmetal defect rectification & support the Base maintenance team in conducting heavy maintenance checks on all aircraft systems and engines
Classifications
- Engineering
- Aeronautics
- Permanent / Full Time
Key points
- Development opportunity in airframe and engine licensing
- Brisbane Airport location
- Permanent Full Time Role
Description
Job Description
Reporting to the Senior Base Engineer, the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) Sheetmetal- Base is responsible for supporting the 24/7 operation of the RFDS (Queensland Section) by ensuring all base associated aircraft scheduled maintenance and fleet AOG defects are covered for employment location. This role is essential to RFDS (Queensland Section) meeting expected on time performance with minimal impact to aircraft shift availability due to technical defects. The (AME) Sheetmetal- Base helps ensure safe, compliant operational performance of the RFDS Fleet in service of the people of QLD.
The Role
- Brisbane Base
- Permanent Full Time
- Development opportunity in airframe and engine maintenance
Key responsibilities
Your key responsibilities in this role will include:
- Conduct weekly scheduled aircraft Base maintenance checks of aircraft without impact to aircraft network availability
- Conduct troubleshooting and rectification of any line defects arising daily during flight operations for all aircraft
- Supporting aircraft maintenance across entire aircraft network
- Ensure compliant management, storage and usage of tooling and GSE
- Compliance with all Occupational, Health, Safety & Welfare policies and procedures
Who we are looking for?
To be successful in this role you will need to possess the following:
- Trade Certificate or equivalent specialising in Sheetmetal
- Minimum 5 years aircraft maintenance experience
- Proven attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
- Sound knowledge of the regulatory environment in relation to aircraft maintenance
- Experience on RFDS Queensland Section aircraft types
Why work for us
- Development opportunity for AME to be supported through licensing and development into LAME
- Attractive base + Super + Salary Packaging
- Salary packaging of $15, 900 increasing your take home pay
- Opportunity to be a part of an iconic team
- Be an integral team member by supporting those who make a real impact in Queensland
- Work with people who are passionate about our purpose and proud of their contribution
About us
The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS) is one of the largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisations in the world. Using the latest in aviation, medical and communications technology, RFDS delivers extensive primary healthcare and 24-hour emergency service, from nine strategic bases, to those who live, work and travel throughout Australia.
As a member of the team driving RFDS from behind the scenes, you’ll come to work knowing that your efforts are enabling our work in helping people in Queensland communities.
Please note: This role will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, will be subject to criminal history check, may require a preemployment medical and will require to be eligible to receive and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC). Flexible working hours (including work outside or core business hours) may be required. Maintaining a current QLD Drivers Licence is essential.
Interested?
Please submit your application via the “apply now” button including demonstrated experience that highlights your suitability for this opportunity. For further information please contact recruitment@rfdsqld.com.au
This role will close on the 5th August 2021 however, shortlisting may begin prior to this point and should we receive an overwhelming response this role may close early.
Whenever and wherever people in Queensland need us the most, we’re there. That’s how it’s been for almost a century. Join us and help us keep it that way.
The RFDS is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.
