Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

4 weeks ago

Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, Australia Australian Helicopter Pilot School Pty Limited. Full time
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures

Bell Textron Australia is a Helicopter Maintenance organisation with facilities in Coffs Harbour, NSW and Redcliffe QLD. We have great opportunity for 'Aircraft Maintenance Engineers - Structures' at both facilities with helicopter experience.

We are a friendly and flexible team of aviation professionals with an exemplary focus on customer service and maintain high standards of integrity and professionalism in all dealings. Bell Textron Australia offers a safe workplace with opportunities for training and personal development.

If you're passionate about aviation and bring a strong background in helicopter structural repair, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer – Structures, you\'ll carry out high-quality structural maintenance and modifications on helicopters, ensuring all work meets safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. You\'ll work closely with apprentices, engineers, and supervisors to support timely project delivery and customer satisfaction.

Your Responsibilities
  • Perform structural repairs, inspections, and modifications per company procedures and Civil Aviation Regulations.
  • Ensure all work is compliant with Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA).
  • Maintain accurate job cards, logbooks, and work documentation.
  • Raise and manage Additional Maintenance Requirements (AMRs).
  • Support planning of materials and manpower to meet schedules and reduce delays.
  • Supervise apprentices and contribute to their development.
  • Communicate with customers, providing technical feedback and updates.
  • Actively participate in Safety Management System (SMS) and WHS programs.
Key Focus Areas
  • Quality & Safety: Uphold the highest safety and workmanship standards. Contribute to continuous improvement.
  • Leadership: Guide and mentor apprentices. Provide clear instructions to less experienced team members.
  • Project Delivery: Monitor aircraft/project progress, manage costs and timelines, and coordinate with Engineering Services.
  • Customer Service: Respond to technical queries and support maintenance supervisors with customer updates.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all work complies with CASA and international aviation standards.
What We're Looking For

Required:

  • Proven experience in aircraft structural repairs, heavy maintenance, and modifications.
  • Understanding of aviation maintenance regulations (CASA).
  • Attention to detail and strong documentation skills.
  • Basic ERP systems and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Preferred:

  • Experience under CAR 30 and Part 145.
  • Prior work in a similar-sized MRO or aviation organisation.
  • Bell helicopter type experience (advantageous but not essential).
Personal Attributes
  • Safety and detail oriented.
  • Dependable, honest, and professional.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Willing to learn and develop.
Why Join Bell Textron Australia?

Be part of a tight-knit, professional team that values your input.

Access to ongoing training and diverse structural maintenance projects.

Opportunities for career development in a globally respected company.

If this sounds like you, please submit your application via the 'Apply for this job' link. Your application should include a covering letter and resume and be received no later than 3rd of October 2025. Applications may close earlier than this date should a suitable applicant be found.

Should you wish to discuss this position prior to applying, please contact Ken Gerke, Human Resource Business Partner at [emailprotected]

Are you interested in working with Bell but not in this role? Please send us a letter and your CV to [emailprotected] letting us know what type of role you are seeking. Our team will reach out if we think there is a match.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank you for your interest in working at Bell Textron Australia.

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