Maintenance Technician - Wheels & Brakes

Asdam; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defence Reservist Leave

Wellbeing Program

Flexible working arrangements

Learning & Development

Career pathways

Job summary

TAE Aerospace is seeking a highly motivated Maintenance Technician to service aircraft Wheels & Brakes at our Brisbane facility in Banyo. You will perform heavy maintenance, work in accordance with OEM documentation and airworthiness requirements, and accurately record job progress using ERP systems and maintenance worksheets.

We offer a supportive, high‑performance culture with flexible working arrangements, extensive learning and development opportunities, and clear career pathways.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and hand skills gained through previous mechanical experience and an ability to be meticulous.
• Technical experience in a maintenance environment and/or engineering environment preferred but not essential.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals to meet regulatory requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven experience and results with respect to continuous improvement.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• A passion and drive to keep our customers flying.

Responsibilities

• Perform heavy maintenance on aircraft wheels and brakes.
• Work in accordance with OEM documentation and airworthiness requirements.
• Utilise ERP and maintenance worksheets to accurately record job progress.
• Identify and act on opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain a clean & tidy work area free of FOD.
• Take all reasonable steps to ensure own safety and the safety of others.
• Actively participate as a team member to achieve team goals and deliver to the customer.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Maintenance experience

Technical reading

Communication skills

Continuous improvement

Microsoft Office

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Maintenance Technician - Wheels & Brakes

Posted: 12/10/2026

Closing Date: 08/11/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Banyo

Job Category: Wheels and Brakes

Job Description

About Us

TAE Aerospace is a global aerospace company providing maintenance services for some of the most powerful, exciting and important defence and commercial aircraft platforms in the world. We are also proud of our encouraging and supportive team environment that ensures we all work together within a genuine high-performance culture. Proudly a Gold Member of the Australia Defence Force Reserves and Employer Support Program and promote the recruitment of Reservists and Veterans into all roles.

TAE is part of the ASDAM Group and is a leading sovereign defence, advanced manufacturing and sustainment company. It provides end-to-end capability across design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly and sustainment. ASDAM includes Marand, TAE Aerospace, Rosebank Engineering, Levett Engineering and Quickstep.

Why Work for TAE?

• We proudly support ADF Reserves with paid Defence Reservist Leave
• A comprehensive physical, mental and financial Wellbeing Program
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• A great family culture where you’re not just another employee
• Fantastic Learning and Development Opportunities
• Clearly defined career pathways
• Regular workplace events and functions
• An inclusive and diverse workplace
• Strong involvement with the local community

About the Role

We are looking for highly motivated Component Maintenance Technicians to work on the one of the most important parts of an aircraft - The Wheels & Brakes.

• Perform heavy maintenance on aircraft wheels and brakes
• Work in accordance with OEM documentation and airworthiness requirements
• Utilise ERP and maintenance worksheets to accurately record job progress
• Identify and act on opportunities for improvement
• Maintain a clean & tidy work area free of FOD
• Take all reasonable steps to ensure own safety and the safety of others
• Actively participate as a team member to achieve team goals and deliver to the customer

Desired Skills and Experience

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Mechanical aptitude and hand skills gained through previous mechanical experience and an ability to be meticulous
• Technical experience in a maintenance environment and/or engineering environment preferred but not essential
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals to meet regulatory requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven experience and results with respect to continuous improvement
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office and Outlook
• A passion and drive to keep our customers flying.

Additional Requirements:

Due to the nature of our work and the requirements of our customers, all applicants may be required to hold Australian citizenship and need to meet ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and/or EAR (Export Administration Regulations) compliance as part of employment eligibility.

Successful applicants may also be required to undergo a current police checkand participate in random drug and alcohol screening as part of our commitment to safety and security.

We make employment decisions based on merit, and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Please note that any correspondence in relation to your application will be sent from [e-mail] .