Apprentice Maintenance Technician - Gas Turbine Engines

ASDAM Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

TAE Aerospace in Adelaide seeks an Apprentice Maintenance Technician to support gas turbine engine maintenance at the Adelaide Airport facility. You will work with experienced technicians, under supervision, to learn hands-on skills, safety practices and quality standards. The program offers structured training and long-term career development in aerospace maintenance.

Qualifications

• Interested in aviation, engines, mechanics or how things work.
• Enjoy hands-on work and using tools.
• Willing to complete a Certificate IV in Aeroskills as part of the apprenticeship.
• Looking to build a long-term career in aircraft maintenance.
• Strong basic maths and measurement skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a busy workshop.

Responsibilities

• Assist engine technicians in maintenance of gas turbine engines under supervision.
• Work with a Team Leader and Engine Shop Manager to ensure safety and quality.
• Maintain shop discipline and contribute to timely task completion.

Skills

Aviation interest

Hands-on work

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Math skills

Education

Year 12 or equivalent

Certificate IV in Aeroskills

Tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Apprentice Maintenance Technician - Gas Turbine Engines

Posted: 04/11/2026

Closing Date: 04/12/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Job Category: PT6 Engines

TAE Aerospace is a global aerospace company, servicing Commercial and Defence customers worldwide. Australian owned and operated, we create value for customers through innovative thinking and premium quality products and services in aerospace engineering, manufacturing, turbine engine and component MRO.

Our leading maintenance facility in Adelaide is Australia's No 1 business for general aviation, aerial agricultural, turboprop engine and component maintenance.

An exciting opportunity has presented itself as TAE Aerospace is seeking highly motivated Apprentices to join our team. This position will be based at the Adelaide Airport TAE Aerospace facility and will work with closely with an experienced team Technician’s, being guided and supported by a Team Leader and Engine Shop Manager.

About You:

• Interested in aviation, engines, mechanics or how things work.
• Enjoy hands-on work and using tools.
• Keen to learn and take direction from experienced tradespeople.
• Reliable, punctual and willing to put in effort each day.
• Positive attitude and able to work well with others in a team.
• Good communication skills and willing to ask questions when unsure.
• Careful with detail and able to follow instructions properly.
• Comfortable using basic hand tools, or willing to learn.
• Interested in learning how to use measuring tools such as verniers, micrometres and depth gauges.
• Able to work in a busy workshop where safety, quality and deadlines are important.
• Willing to take responsibility for your work and learn from mistakes.
• Strong basic maths skills, including measurements, decimals, fractions and problem solving.
• Good understanding of basic physics such as force, movement, pressure, temperature and how mechanical systems work.
• Strong focus on safety and doing the job the right way.

Desired Qualifications & Experience:

• Completed Year 12 or working towards completion.
• An interest in mechanical work, aviation or engineering.
• Pre-apprenticeship studies or workshop experience would be helpful.
• Any experience using tools, working on cars, bikes, machinery or similar would be looked upon favourably.
• Willingness to complete a Certificate IV in Aeroskills as part of the apprenticeship.
• Looking to build a long-term career in aircraft maintenance.

Additional Requirements:
Due to the nature of our work and the requirements of our customers, all applicantsmay be required to hold Australian citizenshipand need to meetITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations)and/orEAR (Export Administration Regulations)compliance as part of employment eligibility.

Successful applicants may also be required to undergo acurrent police check, obtain aCommonwealth defence security clearance, and participate inrandom drug and alcohol screeningas part of our commitment to safety and security.

We make employment decisions based on merit, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

For more information on TAE Aerospace, visitour website www.taeaerospace.com

Please note that any correspondence in relation to your application will be sent from [e-mail]