Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Components

Air New Zealand; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted flights

Engineering development

FlexiLeave

Discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Air New Zealand is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to join the Christchurch Components & APU team. This full‑time, day‑shift role focuses on delivering high‑quality maintenance while upholding safety and regulatory standards in a collaborative workshop environment.

You will diagnose issues, support OTP/TAT targets, and contribute to continuous improvement. A recognised M&E qualification and experience with gas turbines or mechanical systems are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must have recognised Aircraft Maintenance Engineer qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience with gas turbines, mechanical systems or component maintenance is advantageous.
• Strong problem solving, attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality component and APU maintenance in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
• Aim for on-time performance and efficient turnaround times.
• Diagnose technical issues and apply practical solutions for safe maintenance outcomes.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to support workshop efficiency.
• Champion safe working practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Collaborative

Safety focus

Education

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer qualification

Job description

• Full-time

Job Description

Kia ora!
Bring your engineering expertise to Air New Zealand and help keep our aircraft flying safely and reliably, while building specialist skills in a world-class aviation environment.
We're looking for an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to join our Components & Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) team in Christchurch. If you enjoy hands-on technical challenges, solving complex problems and seeing the impact of your work, this is an opportunity to take your engineering career further.
At Air New Zealand, we connect people and whānau across Aotearoa and the world. Behind every journey is a dedicated engineering team keeping our aircraft safe, reliable and ready to fly. Our Components & APU team plays a vital role in this, delivering specialist maintenance services that support our airline and third-party customers.
You'll join a collaborative, safety-focused workshop where your technical expertise, fresh thinking and commitment to quality will make a real difference.
How you'll make an impact

• Deliver high-quality component and APU maintenance, ensuring every job meets safety, technical and regulatory standards
• Help achieve on-time performance (OTP) and turnaround time (TAT) targets, keeping aircraft and customer operations moving
• Diagnose technical issues and apply practical solutions to deliver safe, reliable maintenance outcomes
• Collaborate with colleagues across engineering and operational teams to support efficient workshop performance
• Champion safe working practices and maintain compliance with our Safety Management System
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, applying continuous improvement and 5S principles to enhance quality and efficiency.

What you'll bring

• A recognised Aircraft Maintenance Engineer qualification, or equivalent relevant qualifications and experience
• Experience working with gas turbines, mechanical systems or component maintenance would be an advantage
• Asound understanding of aircraft systems and the importance of working to technical and regulatory standards
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality workmanship
• The ability to work collaboratively, communicate clearly and manage competing priorities
• A proactive approach to safety, continuous improvement and delivering great customer outcomes.

If you bring most of this experience, along with transferable skills and the drive to grow, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join Air New Zealand? We want our people to live their best lives, with benefits and opportunities that support their careers and life outside work.

• Enjoy discounted flights for you and your whānau, helping you explore more of Aotearoa and the world
• Grow your engineering expertise through hands-on learning, specialist technical exposure and development opportunities
• Access FlexiLeave, giving you the option to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave each year
• Enjoy a range of discounts on hotels, activities, retail and other everyday essentials
• Access wellbeing support and employee healthcare options to help you look after yourself and your whānau.

Your journey starts here This Christchurch-based, day-shift workshop opportunity offers the chance to develop valuable specialist engineering skills while contributing to the reliability of an iconic New Zealand airline.
If you're ready to put your technical expertise to work, take on new challenges and build your future in aviation, we'd love to hear from you.
Applications close Monday 16th November 2026.

Additional Information

At Air New Zealand, we are proudly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and believe in creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Our people are our greatest asset – because while everything else we do in our operation can be replicated by our competitors, it is our people that truly set us apart. We are firm believers in celebrating the differences and diversity of thought our people bring to their roles.

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