[Update] Helicopter B1.3 LAME – Australia

Helijobs.net; Cessnock; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Nighthawks Aviation, based in Cessnock, NSW, is seeking a CASA B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with strong experience on Allison RR250 engines. The role involves inspection, maintenance and repair across a range of helicopters with occasional interstate travel to support customers.

This full-time position requires the ability to work autonomously and in a team, with the option to apply Bell 429 experience. Base location in the Hunter Valley, Australia, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Hold a CASA B1.3 licence.
• Proven experience on Allison (Rolls-Royce 250) engines.
• Bell 429 experience advantageous.
• Background in both line and base maintenance.
• Ability to work effectively both autonomously and in a team.
• Able to work in Australia and hold an ASIC.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair aircraft, ensuring regulatory and manufacturer compliance.
• Work on a range of aircraft with opportunities to travel interstate to support customers.
• Collaborate with maintenance team to ensure quality workmanship.

Skills

CASA B1.3 licence

Allison RR250 engines

Bell 429 experience

Line & base maintenance

Autonomous & team work

ASIC

Job description

CASA B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Nighthawks Aviationis a growing helicopter maintenance organisation within Australia. Our primary base is located in Cessnock, NSW, with occasional travel required to support customers interstate.

We are seeking a CASA B1.3 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer with strong experience on Allison (Rolls-Royce 250) engines. Experience on the Bell 429 airframe will be highly regarded.

The Role

This is a full-time position within our maintenance team. You will be responsible for inspection, maintenance, and repair activities, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and manufacturer requirements. The role offers variety, working on a range of aircraft, with opportunities to travel for customer support as required.

Essential Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Hold a CASA B1.3 licence


• Have proven experience on Allison (Rolls-Royce 250) engines


• Bell 429 experience advantageous


• Background in both line and base maintenance


• Ability to work effectively both autonomously and in a team


• Ability to work in Australia and hold an ASIC

Why Join Us?

• Growing, customer-focused maintenance organisation


• Opportunity to work on diverse helicopter types


• Supportive and professional work environment


• Based in the beautiful Hunter Valley with occasional interstate travel

If you are a safety-focused, motivated professional who takes pride in high-quality workmanship, we would like to hear from you. Join Nighthawks Aviation and be part of our continued growth and success.

Salary $120,000 – $140,000 including Superannuation.