Licensed Aviation Maintenance Engineer: Aerial Firefighting

Coulson Group; Yarra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Coulson Aviation Australia is seeking qualified Licensed Aviation Maintenance Engineers (LAME) to join our team supporting aerial emergency response services. You will perform maintenance, supervise apprentices, and ensure airworthiness while maintaining detailed documentation. Flexibility to travel away from base at short notice is required.

We offer a competitive salary and a strong emphasis on work/life balance, with opportunities to contribute to critical missions across Australia.

Qualifications

• Must hold CASA B1.1 or B2 license and 2+ years of LAME experience in Australia.
• Ability to obtain ASIC clearance and RAAF base access if required.
• Experience with aviation maintenance standards and regulatory compliance.
• Desirable: FAA A&P license and aircraft type rating experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on customer-owned aircraft in line with procedures.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical issues to ensure airworthiness.
• Supervise unlicensed engineers, apprentices and contractors as required.
• Maintain detailed maintenance documentation for all work performed.
• Support emergency service aircraft operations to ensure rapid response missions.

Skills

Safety-focused

Customer service orientation

Team supervision

Education

CASA B1.1 or B2 License

FAA A&P License (Desirable)

Job description

Coulson Aviation Australia is seeking qualified Licensed Aviation Maintenance Engineers (LAME) to join our team supporting aerial emergency response services. You will perform maintenance, supervise apprentices, and ensure airworthiness while maintaining detailed documentation. Flexibility to travel away from base at short notice is required.

We offer a competitive salary and a strong emphasis on work/life balance, with opportunities to contribute to critical missions across Australia.