B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Sigma Aerospace Workforce; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigma Aerospace Workforce in Cairns seeks experienced B1.3/B1.4 LAMEs and AMEs to join a busy aviation operation.

Two R44 Engineers and an additional Bell 206/407 engineer are needed, with H125/EC130 background viewed favorably. Roles are based in Cairns with occasional base travel and a potential 2 weeks on/2 weeks off roster after training.

Qualifications

• Qualified B1.3/B1.4 LAME or AME with CASA recognition.
• Australian working rights and a current driver’s licence.
• Experience on Robinson R44 and/or Bell 206/407 aircraft.
• Strong communication, organisational and safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Perform B1.3/B1.4 LAME/AME maintenance on specified aircraft.
• Work from Cairns base with travel to other bases as required.
• Maintain safety and quality standards in all tasks.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

Proactivity

Safety & Quality

Education

LAME/AME qualification

CASA qualifications

Australian working rights

Tools

AMS experience

Aerotrack MRO

Air Maestro

ASIC & Human Factors

Job description

About the Company

Sigma Aerospace is currently seeking experienced B1.3 / B1.4 LAMEs and AMEs to join an established aviation operation in Cairns. We have multiple positions available and are particularly interested in engineers with experience across Robinson R44, Bell 206 and Bell 407 aircraft. This is a great opportunity for aviation professionals looking for a stable, full-time position with ongoing work, within a dynamic and varied fleet environment.

About the Role

The current requirement includes:

• 2 × R44 Engineers – Bell 206/407 experience highly advantageous.
• Additional Bell 206/407 Engineer – Robinson and light Bell experience preferred.
• H125 / EC130 experience would also be highly regarded, but is not essential.

The role is primarily based in Cairns, with occasional short-duration travel to alternate bases as required.

Responsibilities

The initial working arrangement is expected to be:

• Monday–Friday, or
• Monday–Thursday

For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity to transition to a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off roster after completing initial training and becoming familiar with the operation, typically after the first couple of months.

Qualifications

To be successful, you'll ideally have:

• B1.3 / B1.4 LAME or AME qualifications.
• CASA-recognised qualifications.
• Experience on Robinson R44 and/or Bell 206/407.
• Australian working rights.
• Current Australian driver's licence.

Required Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach.
• Commitment to safety and quality.

Preferred Skills

• Bell 407
• AS350 / H125
• EC130
• Experience with aircraft maintenance management systems.
• Experience with Aerotrack MRO and/or Air Maestro.
• Current ASIC and Human Factors qualifications.

Pay range and compensation package

Full-time permanent employment

Cairns-based position

Ongoing work and long-term opportunity

Flexible roster options for the right candidate

Short-duration travel to other bases when required

Competitive salary package based on experience and aircraft types

Additional allowances, flights and accommodation may apply depending on roster and operational requirements