Helicopter Chief Engineer/LAME – Australia

Heli Preflight

Katherine

On-site

AUD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Long-term stability
Supportive team
Competitive salary

Job summary

North Australian Helicopters invites qualified Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to join as LAME/Chief Engineer in Katherine NT. This long-term, full-time opportunity offers work across Robinson and Bell fleets, with a focus on safety and quality.

You will operate in a professional, supportive team environment and may travel to remote locations as required. Ideal candidates bring strong communication skills, a willingness to work independently, and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

  • Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) certification required.
  • Willingness to travel to remote locations as needed.
  • Ability to work in a team and independently with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Commitment to safety, quality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

  • Perform maintenance and support across Robinson and Bell helicopter fleets.
  • Work within a professional, safety-focused and supportive team environment.
  • Travel to remote locations as required and ensure compliance with maintenance standards.

Skills

Teamwork
Independent work
Communication skills
Safety mindset

Education

LAME certification

Tools

Robinson helicopters
Bell helicopters

Job description

Company: North Australian Helicopters
Location: Katherine, Katherine & Northern Australia NT
Type: Full time
Posted: Yesterday

Description

North Australian Helicopters (NAH)

Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) – Full-Time Opportunity

Katherine Northern Territory

A long-term full-time opportunity is available for a suitably qualified Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) / Chief Engineer to join the North Australian Helicopters team based in Katherine NT.

This role involves maintenance and support activities across our Robinson Series and Bell helicopter fleet, working within a professional, safety-focused and supportive team environment.

  • Will consider applicants soon to be licensed
  • Ability to work effectively within a team and independently with minimal supervision
  • Willingness to travel and work from remote locations when required
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and professionalism
What We Offer:
  • Long-term stable employment
  • Supportive team environment
  • Competitive salary package based on experience
  • Varied and rewarding work across Northern Australia

If you are motivated, reliable, and looking to further your aviation career, we would like to hear from you.

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