Workscope Support Engineer

Pratt & Whitney; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowances

Meal allowances

On-site parking

Health insurance

Career development

Job summary

Christchurch Engine Centre, a joint venture between Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand, seeks a Workscope Support Engineer for its Powerplant Group in Christchurch. This permanent onsite role requires shift flexibility and close collaboration with the Master Data team.

You will create and support work instructions, packages and requirements for shop visits, drawing on aero engine teardown, inspection, repair, modification, assembly and testing experience.

Qualifications

• New Zealand Diploma in Engineering or related field and 5 years industry experience
• New Zealand/National Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Gas Turbine Overhaul) or (Applied Skills) (Level 4) and 5 years industry experience
• Higher level Diploma in a relevant Management or Engineering Field or NZ LAME, and 5 years industry experience

Responsibilities

• Creating and supporting work instructions, packages and requirements for shop visits.

Skills

Engine teardown

MRO experience

Lean manufacturing

SAP knowledge

Solumina G8

Workscoping

V2500 knowledge

MS Office

ACE candidate

Education

NZ Diploma in Engineering

NZ Aeronautical Eng Cert

NZ LAME or higher

Tools

P&W SAP Configurator & Inspection Workbench

P&W Solumina G8

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-21

Country: New Zealand

Location: NZ-CAN-CHRISTCHURCH-115-1 ~ 115 Orchard Rd ~ V2500 WORKSHOP

Position Role Type: Onsite

About The Role

A permanent full-time opportunity is available for the role of Workscope Support Engineer within the Engineering Department. Reporting to the Senior Engineer – Master Data under the Powerplant Group, this position will collaborate closely with the existing Workscope Support Engineering team. Please note, this is a shift-based role, and the selected candidate must be able to work shifts as needed.

The Workscope Support Engineer will be responsible for creating and supporting work instructions, packages, and requirements necessary for shop visits.

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

Experience

• Thorough knowledge of the processes involved with the teardown, inspection, repair, modification, assembly, and testing of engines undergoing repair and refurbishment.
• Experience within an aero‑engine MRO.
• Experience in lean manufacturing concepts and continuous improvement. (Desirable)

Qualification

• New Zealand Diploma in Engineering or related field and 5 years industry experience or
• New Zealand/National Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Gas Turbine Overhaul) or (Applied Skills) (Level 4) and 5 years industry experience or
• Higher level Diploma in a relevant Management or Engineering Field or NZ LAME, and 5 years industry experience

Technical skills

• Good knowledge of the processes involved with the teardown, inspection, repair, modification, assembly, and testing of engines undergoing repair and refurbishment.
• Familiarity with P&W SAP Configurator data & Inspection Workbench. (Desirable)
• Familiarity with P&W Solumina G8 order creation, amendment, transactional workings. (Desirable)
• Familiarity with engine workscoping processes. (Desirable)
• Experience of V2500. (Desirable)
• Understanding of V2500 Technical Data. (Desirable)
• Good competency with P&W SAP and MS Office. (Desirable)
• ACE Associate or progressing towards. (Desirable)

Other attributes

• Confident and empathetic communicator.
• Attitude and demeanour portray attributes of being friendly, outgoing, and passionate about what they do.
• Integrity – having strong internal guiding principles that one does not compromise. Treating others with respect and empathy.

What We Offer

• Attractive remuneration package with a competitive salary, superannuation, and performance bonuses
• Strong career growth pathways supported by training, mentoring, secondment opportunities, and a scholarship programme
• Extra benefits such as shift and meal allowances, additional paid leave, and recognition for long service and high performance
• Access to discounted services and products, including health insurance and financial advisory support
• Contemporary, conveniently located workplace with secure on-site parking
• Access to the AirNZ Social Club, wellness initiatives, and employee support programmes

About The Organisation

Christchurch Engine Centre, a joint venture between Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand, delivers world-class maintenance, repair, and overhaul services across all IAE V2500 engine variants and is adding capability for the new PW1100G-JM engine late in 2026. Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is globally recognised for designing, manufacturing, and servicing aircraft engines and auxiliary power units for commercial, military, and business aviation.

We are an expanding business and require more great people to support the growth and long‑term success of the company.

Our people are at the heart of what we do. As part of the Christchurch team, you’ll collaborate with experienced professionals in a state‑of‑the‑art facility, with ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career growth.

To discover more about Christchurch Engine Center, visit www.pwnz.com

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.