Flight Line Technician

Jet Aviation Inc.; Bullsbrook; Hybrid; AUD 77,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Annual bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Jet Aviation seeks a motivated Flight Line Technician to join the team at RAAF Base Pearce. The role requires Certificate II or IV in Aeroskills and offers an annual salary from AUD 76,550 to 93,377, plus super, overtime, a military bonus and potential relocation assistance. You will perform flight-line servicing and maintenance, with opportunities to grow within a defence site environment. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Certificate II or IV in Aeroskills is required.
• Experience with flight-line servicing and aircraft maintenance is valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform flight-line servicing and maintenance in line with qualification and experience.
• Assist with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks and aircraft refuelling.
• Support aircraft ground handling, towing and flight-line preparation.
• Maintain FOD control and ensure tool-control practices are followed.
• Complete documentation and work records accurately.
• Adhere to safety, security, environmental and health requirements.

Skills

Flight line operations

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Certificate II in Aeroskills

Certificate IV in Aeroskills

Tools

Ground support equipment

Job description

Jet Aviation is seeking motivated Flight Line Technician with either a Certificate II or Certificate IV in Aeroskills to join the team at RAAF Base Pearce.

This is a Full time postion with Annual Salary* from AUD$76,550 - $93,377 plus Super plus OT plus Military Bonus plus Relocation Assistant (if required).

*Please note that the annual salary is guided by the successful candidates qualifications and experience as stipulated by the business's Enterprise agreement.

Your Responsibilities

In this role, you will perform a broad range of flight-line servicing and operational-level maintenance activities in accordance with your qualification, authorisations and experience. Your responsibilities as a:

Certificate II Flight Line Technician may include, but not be limited too:

• Assisting with flight servicing and operational-level aircraft maintenance activities.
• Supporting qualified technicians with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks.
• Performing aircraft ground handling, towing and repositioning activities.
• Assisting with aircraft refuelling, aircraft washing and flight-line preparation.
• Participating in aircraft marshalling and flight-line activities as required.
• Maintaining effective foreign object debris (FOD) and tool-control practices.
• Ensuring tools, equipment and ground support equipment are maintained and serviceable.
• Completing required documentation and work records accurately.
• Following all safety, security, environmental and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Undertaking training and other duties as directed by the Flight Line Coordinator or supervisor.

Certificate IV Flight Line Technician may include but not be limited too:

• Performing scheduled and unscheduled operational-level aircraft maintenance and flight servicing.
• Supporting minor hangar maintenance activities where required.
• Conducting aircraft ground handling, towing, refuelling, role changes and repositioning.
• Participating in aircrew crewing activities, aircraft marshalling and flight-line planning.
• Supporting aircraft washing and associated corrosion-control inspections.
• Using current and applicable technical data to complete maintenance activities.
• Assisting with defect analysis, fault investigations and the resolution of technical issues.
• Completing maintenance documentation, work entries and certifications accurately and in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Maintaining effective FOD and tool-control practices and ensuring equipment and ground support equipment remain serviceable.
• Supporting the supervision, guidance and development of less-experienced team members where appropriate.
• Working in accordance with CASA regulations and all applicable safety, security, environmental and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Performing other duties as directed by the Flight Line Coordinator or supervisor.

What will help you too Succeed as a:

• Hold a Certificate II in Aeroskills or higher qualification.
• A genuine interest in building a career in aircraft maintenance and flight-line operations.
• The ability and willingness to undertake additional training through an OEM-endorsed organisation, where applicable.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality and following technical instructions.
• The ability to work effectively under supervision and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a courteous, customer-focused approach.
• A willingness to learn, accept feedback and take responsibility for your work.
• The flexibility to work varying schedules and outdoors in changing weather conditions.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role.
• Previous experience with PC-9, PT6 or glass-cockpit aircraft would be advantageous, but is not essential.
• Hold a Certificate IV in Aeroskills.
• Relevant experience in flight-line servicing and operational-level aircraft maintenance.
• Knowledge of applicable CASA regulations, technical documentation, occupational health and safety and environmental requirements.
• The ability to interpret and apply approved technical data accurately.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to complete maintenance documentation to a high standard.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider maintenance team.
• A proactive approach to identifying defects, supporting investigations and maintaining safe work practices.
• A commercial driver’s licence or previous commercial driving experience, which is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience with PC-9, PT6 or glass-cockpit aircraft would be advantageous.
• The flexibility to work varying schedules and outdoors in changing weather conditions.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain the security clearance required for the role.

Why Jet Aviation?

At Jet Aviation, we offer more than just a job:

• Competitive Remuneration: Attractive salary, superannuation, and annual bonus.
• Wellbeing & Development: Access to online workout and wellness classes, fast learning with the Magpie app, and annual flu vaccinations.
• Salary Packaging: Options for novated vehicle leasing.
• Team Culture: Work at a defence site with an inclusive, supportive team atmosphere.
• Career Growth: Be part of a global network with opportunities for advancement and professional development.

Pre-Employment Requirements

As part of the selection process, applicants will be required to complete assessments and checks, which may include:

• Verification of work entitlements and right to work in Australia
• Pre-employment medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing)
• National Police/Criminal History Check
• Practical, numeracy, literacy, and computer skills assessments
• Qualification and licence verification
• Working with Children & Young People (Blue Card) verification