Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures

Alliance Airlines; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site training – Remote Airport Ops

Return flights to site

Food & accommodation onsite

Novated Leasing

Salary Packaging

Discounted Qantas Club memberships

Discounted QRU tickets & merch

Travel & holiday savings

Job summary

Alliance Airlines seeks an experienced AME (Structures) based at the Airport to maintain the safety, airworthiness and reliability of the fleet. You will work with LAMEs to perform structural maintenance in compliance with regulatory requirements and company procedures.

Key duties include inspections, repairs, and fabrication of structural components, corrosion work and damage assessment. A Certificate 4 in Aeroskills is preferred and a strong safety focus is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) in an AMO environment.
• Certificate 4 in Aeroskills preferred.
• Detail‑oriented with a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft structural inspections, repairs, modifications and replacements on metallic, composite and bonded structures.
• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled structural maintenance per approved maintenance data.
• Fabricate, fit, assemble and install structural components, panels, brackets, doublers and repair schemes.
• Undertake corrosion assessment, removal, treatment and prevention activities.
• Perform drilling, riveting, fastening, sealing, bonding and composite repair tasks to approved standards.
• Assess damage from bird strikes, ground handling incidents, lightning, ramp impacts and environmental factors.

Skills

SRM

IPC

Engineering Orders & Technical Instru

Corrosion knowledge

Sheet metal fabrication

Attention to detail

Communication & collaboration

Independent & team work

Safety mindset

Education

Certificate 4 in Aeroskills

Tools

SRM

IPC

Engineering Orders

Job description

Alliance Airlines is Australasia’s leading provider ofcontract, charter, and allied aviation services. With a fleet of 79 aircraft and a workforce of over 1,500 employees, Alliance delivers essential aviation solutions to the mining, energy, and government sectors, as well as wet lease services to major carriers.

Alliance’s success is underpinned by a safety‑first culture, long‑term customer partnerships, and a commitment to delivering commercially sound and operationally sustainable solutions. As an ASX‑listed organisation, Alliance plays a critical role in supporting regional connectivity and essential industries across Australia and the broader region.

About the role

As an AME (Structures), you will play a key role in maintaining the safety, airworthiness and reliability of Alliance Airlines’ fleet. Based at the Airport, this full-time position works alongside Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (LAMEs) to complete aircraft structural maintenance tasks to the highest standards of safety, quality and compliance. Reporting to the Senior Base Engineer (SBE) / Line Maintenance Manager (LMM), you will ensure all work is carried out efficiently and in accordance with regulatory requirements, company procedures and maintenance standards.

Key duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform aircraft structural inspections, repairs, modifications, and replacements on metallic, composite, and bonded aircraft structures
• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled structural maintenance activities in accordance with approved maintenance data
• Fabricate, fit, assemble, and install structural components, panels, brackets, doublers, and repair schemes as required
• Undertake corrosion assessment, removal, treatment, and prevention activities
• Perform drilling, riveting, fastening, sealing, bonding, and composite repair tasks to approved standards
• Assess aircraft damage resulting from bird strikes, ground handling incidents, lightning strikes, ramp impacts, environmental factors, and operational events

Who We’re Looking For

Our ideal candidate will have relevant experience and competence as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) within an AMO environment. You will be detail-oriented, committed to safety, and motivated to support the growth of the airline. Ideally, you would hold a Certificate 4 in Aeroskills and demonstrate a strong alignment with Alliance's values of safety and performance. Your skills will consist of:

Your skills will consist of:

• Structural Repair Manuals (SRM)
• Illustrated Parts Catalogues (IPC)
• Engineering Orders & Technical Instructions
• Knowledge of corrosion control and prevention methods
• Competency in sheet metal fabrication, riveting, fastening, sealing, and composite repairs
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions effectively
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with others
• Initiative and the capability to work both autonomously and in a team-focused environment
• A demonstrated commitment to safety and performance in all tasks

Why Join Alliance Airlines?

Alliance Airlines is an established leader in contract and charter aviation, operating in safety‑critical and complex environments across Australia.

In addition to the scope and impact of the role, Alliance offers:

• Full on-site training – Remote Airport Operations and ARO functions
• Return flights to site from Perth Airport
• Food and accommodation provided onsite
• Novated Leasing – Bundle your vehicle and running costs into one convenient, tax-effective payment to help put more money back in your pocket.
• Salary Packaging – An additional tax-effective option to maximise your take-home pay.
• Discounted Qantas Club memberships.
• Discounted tickets and merchandise for Queensland Reds (QRU) games.
• Discounted hotels, tours and cruises, with access to savings across a wide range of travel and holiday options.

At Alliance Airlines we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect.

We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

All candidates must have full working rights within Australia, only candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered.