Aircraft Technician

Richmond, NSW - Relocation packages available
Are you looking to make a sea change? Or a move to the mountains?
About the location
Richmond is approximately an hour (65 km) out of Sydney, in the Hawkesbury region at the base of the Blue Mountains. Sydney arguably offers the best balance of environment and cultural delights with the added bonus of fantastic weather. New South Wales has some of the most stunning beaches and sea pools plus surrounding bushland. You will have the opportunity to explore the wonderful sights with a 4-day working week allowing you to have a long weekend, every weekend
Airbus is also offering a great relocation package to help you settle into the Company and your new location
About the Opportunity
We are currently seeking multiple Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical to join our Richmond based maintenance team in a permanent full time position.
Airbus in Australia Pacific is the leading contractor for the RAAF fleet of 12 C130J Hercules transport aircraft.
Our AME Mechanical team members are responsible to carry out inspection, testing, repair, modification, and installation of aircraft hydro-mechanical and flight system components, and aircraft engines subassemblies and components in a heavy maintenance environment.
You will work within your competency and authorisation to contribute to the achievement of aircraft maintenance targets, and may be assigned to a number of other maintenance projects undertaken by Airbus within the facility.
About you
As a key member of the Richmond Maintenance Team, you will work closely with a large and inclusive team of technical experts focused on success.
To be successful in this role, it is a requirement to be able to work in a team environment. You will need to be someone who is able to work autonomously and to tight deadlines and work comfortably in a continuous improvement work environment.
The knowledge, skills and experience best suited to this role would include:

- Cert IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) or equivalent issued by a Registered Training Organisation
- Ability to obtain a Military Aircraft Maintenance License (MAML)
- High-Level aviation airworthiness regulatory knowledge and it's applicability in the relevant environment
- Understanding of relevant aircraft maintenance documentation and practices
- Knowledge of and experience using Interactive Electronic Technical Publications
- High-level communication skills, both verbal and written

Applicants must be eligible for an Australian Government Security Clearance and have the capacity to satisfy pre-employment medical screening which may include drug and alcohol testing.
What's on offer?
The Airbus Group is a global platform for excellence, with network expertise providing our people with the opportunity to be a part of rapidly advancing innovations in engineering and technology to accomplish the extraordinary; making the world a more connected, safer and smarter place. We have dedicated resources to deliver:

- Flexible work arrangements that include a 4 day working week
- Shopping discounts across hundreds of retailers
- Generous parental leave entitlements
- Travel discounts for flights, rental cars and accommodation
- Novated leasing options with two providers
- Free onsite parking
- A commitment to your professional development through classroom and online learning
- Values driven leadership focussed on employee and customer experience
- Employee health plans & Employee Assistance Program
- Free onsite Physiotherapist available at some sites
- Free onsite confidential counsellor (some sites, others via phone).

About Us
With more than 1400 employees at 14 sites across Australia and New Zealand, Airbus in Australia Pacific has access to the financial strength and expertise of Airbus Helicopters and Airbus. The company supports 47 MRH90 Taipan multi-role helicopters for the Australian Army and Navy and 22 ARH Tiger armed reconnaissance helicopters for the Army.
Airbus in Australia Pacific delivers new Airbus Helicopters machines and supports more than 500 aircraft through a network of local facilities.
In addition to its helicopter capabilities, Airbus in Australia Pacific maintains the Royal Australian Air Force's (RAAF) AP-3C Orion reconnaissance aircraft and C-130J Hercules transports and the Royal New Zealand Air Force's C-130s and P3s. The company is recognised as a leader in propeller and engine maintenance.
At Airbus, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. Diversity is key to our ability to work cohesively as a team regardless of age, disability, race, sex, intersex status, gender identity and sexual orientation.
Airbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.