Aviation Maintenance Engineer – Firefighting Fleet

Coulson Group; Yarra; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Coulson Aviation Australia is seeking qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to join our team. The role involves inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing large aerial firefighting aircraft to ensure ongoing readiness and regulatory compliance.

You will document maintenance activities, work with engineers, pilots and emergency service personnel, and support base operations while upholding safety and SMS standards.

Qualifications

• CASA Part 66 Aircraft Engineer license with B1 and/or B2.
• Ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card.
• Type rated or experience on Chinook CH-47, Bell 412, Sikorsky UH-60, Boeing 737, Cessna Citation or Beechcraft King Air.
• Understanding of CASA regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to interpret maintenance documents, directives and data reporting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled inspections, troubleshooting and repairs on company aircraft to ensure regulatory compliance and availability.
• Document maintenance activities and ensure logs and records are complete and submitted timely.
• Collaborate with managers, engineers, pilots and emergency personnel to maximise aircraft readiness.
• Assist base activities such as task prep, stores and ground support equipment maintenance.
• Ensure tool control and maintain hangar/work area cleanliness and safety.

Skills

CASA Part 66 License

Aviation Security ID Card

Type rated on airframes

Maintenance documents interpretation

Job description

Coulson Aviation Australia is seeking qualified Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to join our team. The role involves inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing large aerial firefighting aircraft to ensure ongoing readiness and regulatory compliance.

You will document maintenance activities, work with engineers, pilots and emergency service personnel, and support base operations while upholding safety and SMS standards.