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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – Mechanical

Description

Bell Textron Australia is a helicopter maintenance organisation with facilities in Coffs Harbour, NSW and Redcliffe, QLD. Bell Textron Australiaholds both CASA Part 145 and CAR 30 approvals providing the opportunity to work on a range of helicopters and projects.

We are a friendly and flexible team of aviation professionals with an exemplary focus on customer service and maintain high standards of integrity and professionalism in all dealings. Bell Textron Australia offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic aviation setting, a safe workplace, and provides opportunities for training and personal development.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our Redcliffe , Queensland team as a B1.3 AME or LAME. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity working a 38hr week over 4 days, Monday to Thursday.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Ensure maintenance performed on assigned aircraft is carried out to the highest possible standard in compliance with company policies and procedures and Civil Aviation Regulations.

• Ensure tasks and duties are accomplished as per Bell Textron Australia Policies and Procedures.

• Ensure that all Inspections, Repairs, Overhaul and Alteration work is being properly performed and executed in accordance with the standards, methods, and procedures used by this repair station.

• Ensure all necessary work-related records and forms are properly filled out by the mechanic responsible for the work perform.

• Ensure that pertinent technical data and material provided by the repair station is being utilized for the maintenance work performed. This material will consist of manufacturer’s repair and inspection manuals, service bulletins, related Federal Aviation Regulations, etc.

• Perform aircraft Maintenance and Alterations, for which he/she is certificated.

• Track progress of work to ensure budgetary control is maintained.

• Ensure the aircraft and work bays are maintained clean, FOD free and organized.

• Ensure the proper handling and storage of all parts in the department’s possession.

• Assist with Planning aircraft maintenance.

• Responsibility for making recommendations concerning stocking levels of parts affecting the department.

• Ensure that aircraft protective covers are installed at all times while aircraft is in the hangar.

• Mentor other team members as required, to include providing guidance and on the job training on task such tasks like modifications & manual usage.

• Provide directions to AMEs and apprentices to assist them to meet budgets and delivery schedules.

• Operational management of AMEs and apprentices providing clear directions for maintenance or modification of aircraft allocated to him/her.

• Provide input into customer queries and/or complaints.

• Foster and participate in improvement of working environment.

Qualifications

Essential Criteria

• A minimum of 5 years - experience in aircraft maintenance and modifications.

• Cert IV in Aero-skills (Mechanical).

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with workshop managers and other staff in a busy environment with strict deadlines.

• An understanding of CASA regulations and compliance requirements.

• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to outstanding customer service.

• The ability to work independently.

• Good computer literacy and experience working with aircraft maintenance programs.

• Meet the requirements of the Company pre-employment drug and alcohol policy.

• Provide a current National Police Check.

• You must have the right to live and work in Australia without restriction and you must be able to obtain and maintain aviation and other government security clearances that may be required.

Desirable Criteria

• A current CASA B1.3 License.

• Experience on helicopters.

• Experience in installations and modifications is highly desirable.

• Experience on Bell, Airbus and Leonardo helicopters.

• The following Type Ratings are highly desirable: Bell 212/412, AW139, PT6 series engines and T53 series engines.

• Competency in the use of computer-aided design programs will be well regarded.

If this sounds like you, please submit your resume and a covering letter using the Apply button. To be considered, your application must be received no later than 11pm on 8thMarch 2024. This notice may be removed earlier if a suitable candidate is identified before this date.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.We thank you for your interest in working at Bell Textron Australia.

Recruiting Company: Bell Textron Inc.
Primary Location: Australia-Queensland
Job Function: Flight Operations
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 02/20/2024, 2:06:40 AM
Job Number: 321304