Entry-Level Aircraft Life Support Technician

Junee Southern Cross; Nowra; Remote; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Based in Nowra, NSW, QinetiQ invites applications for an Aircraft Life Support Equipment (ALSE) trainee to assist in inspection, maintenance, testing and administration of ALSE under supervision. This entry pathway develops technical knowledge and practical skills in managing life support equipment for Defence aircrew.

Reporting to the ALSE Supervisor, you will gain structured training, complete competency assessments, and build skills in stock control, safety, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Completion of Year 12 or equivalent qualification is essential.
• Ability to enrol in relevant qualification or recognised trade training in Aircraft Life Support Equipment maintenance or related technical discipline is essential.
• Demonstrated interest in aviation, Defence, or technical maintenance environments is essential.
• Strong willingness to learn and develop technical skills as well as good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards with a strong safety focus.
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Current NSW driver’s licence is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assisting qualified ALSE Technicians with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities on Aircraft Life Support Equipment (ALSE).
• Supporting inspections, servicing, testing, repair, and replacement of life support equipment in accordance with approved maintenance publications and procedures.
• Learning and applying approved maintenance procedures, technical instructions, and safety requirements.
• Assisting in preparing equipment for maintenance procedures, technical instructions, and safety requirements.
• Developing technical skills through structured training and practical experience.
• Assisting with the receipt, issue, storage, and recovery of life support equipment.
• Supporting equipment cleaning, preservation, and packing activities.
• Assisting with stocktakes and inventory management activities.
• Supporting inventory management activities for life support equipment, consumables, and repairable assets.
• Helping maintain equipment identification and traceability requirements.
• Always complying with workplace health and safety requirements.
• Successfully completing all required training modules and competency assessments.

Education

Year 12 or equivalent

Interest in aviation/defence/technical maintenance

Job description

Based in Nowra, NSW, QinetiQ invites applications for an Aircraft Life Support Equipment (ALSE) trainee to assist in inspection, maintenance, testing and administration of ALSE under supervision. This entry pathway develops technical knowledge and practical skills in managing life support equipment for Defence aircrew.

Reporting to the ALSE Supervisor, you will gain structured training, complete competency assessments, and build skills in stock control, safety, and documentation.