Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

• Are you ready to embark on a new adventure Down Under? Take the stress out of Visas and relocation and let Qantas help you!  
• Permanent positions available multiple locations - relocate to Australia and let your dreams take flight
• Sponsorship provided for eligible candidates and immediate family members - opportunity to gain a SID Visa (Subclass 482) - with a pathway to permanent residency for anyone who meets permanent residency eligibility criteria 
• A generous relocation package for you and your eligible family members includes Flights, Accommodation on arrival, Home & School, excess baggage and sea freight, tax briefing and salary sacrifice options

Are you an Aircraft Maintenance Technician dreaming of a new adventure in the land Down Under? Australia beckons with its promise of endless opportunities and a vibrant lifestyle that perfectly complements your professional aspirations. Imagine working in a dynamic aviation industry surrounded by stunning landscapes, friendly locals, and a culture that celebrates diversity and innovation.  

Relocating to Australia as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician opens doors to a world of possibilities, where your skills are valued, and your career can soar to new heights. This exciting opportunity includes sponsorship not only for you but also for your immediate family members, ensuring that your loved ones can join you on this incredible journey. Additionally, relocation assistance is provided to help make your transition smooth and hassle-free.

As a Qantas Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) you will be responsible for performing Aircraft Maintenance and rectification as per manufacturers’ and company specification to a high standard. You will be working with a range of specialist teams within our hangar environments, enabling you to provide excellent engineering standards on a solid foundation of safety, quality, reliability and service. 

This opportunity is open to eligible candidates that are looking for sponsorship and relocation assistance to Australia. We are seeking qualified Aircraft Maintenance Technicians who can contribute to line maintenance.

Please ensure you meet the requirements outlined below prior to applying:

Eligible criteria  

• Have an aircraft maintenance technician trade qualification or equivalent, preferably under EASA or CASA regulations 
• Relevant Aircraft Maintenance trade experience minimum 10 years (Mechanical or Avionics)   
• Extensive Aircraft servicing experience on various aircrafts in a Line Maintenance environment is essential 
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of Aircraft Maintenance procedures  
• Commitment to all safe working practices and service standards  
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team  
• Commitment to being customer focused with flexibility and willingness to undertake other reasonable duties as required  
• Highly developed attention to detail  
• Demonstrated high ethical/ behaviour standards and self-discipline  
• Ability to work shift work on a 24/7 rotational shift roster
• Meet all Visa requirements including English Language Proficiency with the ability to meet the English language requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs  

Please note that this opportunity is only available to qualified aircraft technicians that carry a trade aircraft technician qualification preferably under EASA or CASA regulations. Relocation and visa sponsorship packages are offered to those that meet the specific requirements outlined in this advertisement. The TSS Visa, subclass 482 is a pathway to gaining permanent residency within Australia.  

Why Qantas?  

You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.  

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us - so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.   

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.  

• We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays. 
• We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.  
• We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.  
• We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.     

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story - get in touch today. 

**Pay grade opportunities Trade 8 to Trade 13** - subject to experience 

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