B1 LAME PC-12 - Darwin

Sigma Aerospace Group; Darwin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

FIFO may be considered

Accommodation option(s)

Job summary

Sigma Aerospace Group is seeking a skilled B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to support an established aeromedical operation in Darwin, NT. The role focuses on Pilatus PC-12 and PT6 maintenance, with opportunities for an embedded, long-term placement and possible FIFO arrangements.

You will work under the Senior Base Engineer, perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, maintain records, and participate in after-hours rosters while ensuring high presentation standards across the fleet.

Qualifications

• Extensive aircraft maintenance experience with strong and recent PT6 experience.
• Pilatus PC-12 experience is preferred.
• PT6 experience on other aircraft may be considered where licence coverage aligns.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance within the scope of your licence.
• Maintain and service aircraft and associated off-wing components.
• Support aircraft availability through participation in an after-hours on-call roster.
• Maintain compliant maintenance records, including WinAir records.
• Work in accordance with the Maintenance Organisation Manual and Control Manual requirements.
• Support aircraft maintenance planning and scheduling requirements.
• Maintain aircraft support equipment.
• Ensure aircraft are maintained to a high standard of presentation.
• Perform temporary or relief maintenance at other locations when required.
• Contribute to the organisation's Safety Management System and quality improvement processes.
• Support the wider engineering and operational team as required.

Skills

PT6 experience

PC-12 experience

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

CASR Part 66 B1 Licence

CASA turbine type ratings

Job description

• Ongoing Darwin-based role with overtime and potential FIFO options
• PC-12 preferred, with strong PT6 experience on comparable aircraft considered
• Join an established aeromedical maintenance operation supporting remote aviatio

Quick Overview

Role: B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME)

City/Airport: Darwin (YPDN), NT

Aircraft: Pilatus PC-12 | Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6

Shift: Monday-Friday | 6:00am-2:30pm

Terms: PAYG Casual / Contingent | Ongoing

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) to support an established aeromedical aircraft maintenance operation in Darwin.

Reporting to the Senior Base Engineer, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance and servicing of the aircraft fleet and associated off-wing components within the scope of your licence.

Pilatus PC-12 experience is preferred, with strong Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 experience a key requirement. Candidates with relevant and recent PT6 experience on other aircraft may also be considered where their licence ratings and maintenance background align with the role.

This is an ongoing opportunity suited to an engineer who is looking to become a reliable part of the operation and can demonstrate a genuine commitment to the placement term.

You will:

• Carry out scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance within the scope of your licence
• Maintain and service aircraft and associated off-wing components
• Support aircraft availability through participation in an after-hours on-call roster
• Maintain compliant aircraft maintenance records, including WinAir records
• Work in accordance with the Maintenance Organisation Manual
• Comply with applicable Systems of Maintenance and Maintenance Control Manual requirements
• Support aircraft maintenance planning and scheduling requirements
• Maintain aircraft support equipment
• Ensure aircraft are maintained to a high standard of presentation
• Perform temporary or relief maintenance at other operational locations when required
• Contribute to the organisation's Safety Management System
• Work within established quality and continuous improvement processes
• Support the wider engineering and operational team as required

Essential Requirements

Required Role Experience:

• Extensive aircraft maintenance experience with strong and recent Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6 experience.
• Pilatus PC-12 experience is preferred.
• Candidates with suitable PT6 experience on aircraft such as the Beechcraft 1900, Beechcraft 300/350 series, Shorts, Grumman or similar aircraft may also be considered where their licence coverage and recent experience align with the role.

Maintenance Qualification / Licence:

• CASR Part 66 B1 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence.
• Relevant CASA type ratings for turbine aircraft appropriate to the operation are required.
• A Pilatus PC-12 type rating is preferred but is not essential where the candidate holds suitable licence coverage and can demonstrate strong recent PT6 maintenance experience.

Work Rights:

• Must have appropriate Australian work rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Location / Availability:

• Must be available to work in Darwin, NT.
• Standard hours are Monday-Friday, 6:00am-2:30pm with a 30-minute lunch break.
• Participation in an after-hours on-call roster may be required to support aircraft availability.
• An alternative four-weeks-on, one-week-off arrangement may be available, subject to client confirmation.
• FIFO arrangements may also be considered, subject to review and commercial approval.
• Relocation assistance is not currently offered.

Additional Requirements:

• Current Australian driver's licence
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
• First Aid Certificate
• Ability to travel to other operational locations for temporary or relief maintenance when required
• Experience contributing to an aviation Safety Management System
• Experience working within a quality improvement framework
• Aircraft maintenance planning or scheduling experience

Skills:

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability, with the capacity to determine priorities, meet operational deadlines and work effectively with minimal supervision.

Well-developed communication and organisational skills are required, along with basic computer capability and the ability to maintain accurate electronic maintenance records.

Attitude:

Reliable, proactive and safety-focused, with strong initiative and a willingness to become an embedded member of the maintenance team.

The client is seeking engineers who can commit to the placement and become a dependable part of the operation rather than move in and out on short-term assignments.

An understanding of aviation operations across rural and remote Australia will be highly regarded.

Role Benefits

• Ongoing contract opportunity
• Monday-Friday roster
• Day-shift hours
• Overtime available
• Pilatus PC-12 maintenance environment
• Strong exposure to Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6-powered aircraft
• Potential four-weeks-on, one-week-off arrangement, subject to confirmation
• FIFO may be considered
• Darwin accommodation may be available through Hudson Apartments, subject to availability and confirmation
• Opportunity to support an established aeromedical aviation operation
• Long-term placement opportunity for the right candidate

About Sigma Aerospace Workforce

Sigma’s Workforce division is Australia’s leading provider of direct recruitment, contingent labour and on-hire labour for Commercial Aviation, General Aviation and Defence. We source engineers and place them directly into roles with airlines, AMOs and MROs, as well as providing contracted workforce capability when operators need surge capacity. Our wider group also undertakes line and heavy maintenance services in-house.

Sigma Aerospace Group is one of Australia’s most trusted independent aviation groups, combining aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul, engineer training and workforce solutions under one roof. With operations across multiple states, CASA and ASQA approvals, and a track record of delivery for airlines, Defence suppliers and major operators, Sigma is known for being fast, technically sharp and execution-focused.