AME - Mechanical

Alliance Airlines; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full on-site training – Remote Airport

Return flights to site from Perth

Food and accommodation provided onsite

Novated Leasing – Bundle vehicle costs

Salary Packaging

Discounted travel benefits

Job summary

Alliance Airlines is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) – Mechanical to perform maintenance on aircraft mechanical systems under the direction of authorised LAMEs. You will support inspections, troubleshooting, servicing and maintenance in line with regulatory requirements and Alliance standards.

The role requires AMO experience, a Certificate 4 in Aeroskills, and a strong commitment to safety and performance.

Qualifications

• Experience as Aircraft Maintenance Engineer in an AMO environment.
• Ideally hold a Certificate 4 in Aeroskills.
• Demonstrates a strong alignment with safety and performance.
• Ability to follow engineering data and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft mechanical systems.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, rectify defects and service components.
• Assist in turnarounds, daily inspections and defect rectification.
• Communicate findings to supervising LAME and comply with AMO Exposition.
• Work autonomously or in a team to ensure airworthiness.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance Manuals

Fault Isolation Manuals

Illustrated Parts Catalogues

Component Maintenance Manuals

Engineering Work Instructions

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety-focused

Attention to detail

Education

Certificate 4 in Aeroskills

Job description

• Brisbane Airport location with onsite parking

Who is Alliance Airlines?

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

The Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) – Mechanical is responsible for performing aircraft maintenance activities under the direction of appropriately authorised Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (LAMEs). The role supports the inspection, troubleshooting, rectification, servicing, and maintenance of aircraft mechanical systems in accordance with regulatory requirements, approved maintenance data, and the Alliance Airlines Engineering Manual Suite.

Key duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performance of all assigned duties in accordance with the Alliance AMO Exposition and engineering work instructions
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance activities on aircraft mechanical systems and components IAW AMOE capabilities
• Carry out inspections, servicing, fault rectification, component removal and installation, and functional testing in accordance with approved maintenance data
• Assist in aircraft turnarounds, daily inspections, defect rectification, and maintenance inputs
• Perform maintenance activities on airframe, powerplant, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, landing gear, flight control, environmental, and auxiliary systems as directed by engineering supervisory team
• Assist in diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft system defects and technical issues
• Accurately identify defects and communicate findings to the supervising LAME
• Assist with defect rectification activities and functional testing to verify serviceability

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:

• Aircraft Maintenance Manuals
• Fault Isolation Manuals
• Illustrated Parts Catalogues
• Component Maintenance Manuals
• Engineering Work Instructions
• 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
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions effectively

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.

21 October 2026Adelaide South Australia, Australia