Non Destructive Testing

Join the Jetstar team at a pivotal moment in our history as we embark on a new era of low fares travel. As we emerge from the pandemic, the outlook for our domestic and international flying is very strong and our teams are excited to welcome our new A321LR Neo’s as we continue on our mission to offer all day, every day low fares so more people can fly to more places, more often.

We are currently seeking a Non Destructive Testing (NDT) Operator to join our high performing team located at our Melbourne Engineering Precinct, the main maintenance hub of our network.

About our Engineering Team

The Jetstar Engineering Team are at the forefront of delivering our superior safety standards. They are responsible for ensuring the airworthiness of our fleet of aircraft, including completing all required maintenance that must be carried out, on time and to approved standards to ensure they take to the skies safely.

Our Melbourne team members are uniquely placed to enjoy a career that sees them developing skills across all functional areas of maintenance - line, intermediate and base activity. Our team also has the opportunity to work not only on Jetstar fleet, but customer aircraft - A320/21, A330, B717, B737 and A321 Freighter.

The Opportunity

This role has ownership of performing, reporting and certifying NDT inspections on aircraft, engines and components using various NDT methods, in accordance with approved Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA), Jetstar Airways Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE), Jetstar NDT Written Practice, Jetstar Safety Management System (SMS), Maintenance Control & Procedures Manual, Company Policies and Civil Aviation Safety Authority regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities will include:

- Perform NDT services in accordance with approved data and Jetstar Airways Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) & Jetstar Airways NDT Written Practice to facilitate aircraft maintenance activities
- Report on description and results of NDT to LAME/Supervisor in order for repairs to be carried out
- Communicate any significant aircraft AOG to LAME/Supervisor
- Assist to ensure all NDT tooling and equipment is check and maintained as per specified requirements
- Always ensure a current company Certification Authorisation is held
- Ensure skills and currency meets the requirements of AS3669, EN4179, NAS410 and the Jetstar Airways Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation Exposition (MOE) actions

We are seeking individuals who day in day out, provide great emphasis on accurate and error free reporting. This role would ideally suit a process driven, self-managed Technician, who prides themselves in their high attention to detail. Further skills include all or part therof:

- Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical)
- Eddy Current testing - Level 2 NDT Aerospace
- Ultrasonic testing - Level 2 NDT Aerospace
- Magnetic Particle testing - Level 2 NDT Aerospace
- Penetrant testing - Level 2 NDT Aerospace
- The ability to act decisively under pressure and communicate the outcomes and actions of these decisions effectively to relevant stakeholders

A high level of internal customer service exposure, work planning and teamwork are required for this opportunity. A strong commitment to safety and dedication to following Occupational Health and Safety requirements are essential.

Inclusion and Diversity

Our Culture

Jetstar is alive with a sense of adventure. Day in and day out, our teams search for new places to fly, new ways to add value and new ideas to improve performance. If you love the road less travelled, you’ll love working here because ours is a team who innovate every day, thrive on delivery, support each other and celebrate our successes. You’ll be supported to challenge, anticipate and explore while you work will connect people and enrich lives. We encourage diversity and aim to create an environment where our employees feel valued, respected and enabled.

Our Benefits

Team members have access to heavily discounted fares to destinations all over the world - not only for team members, but for their favourite travel companions too. Our staff travel benefit includes discounts on airfares, accommodation, car hire and travel insurance for both domestic and international travel. Discounts can be used within the Jetstar Group airlines, Qantas and other partner airlines.

Applications Close 11.59pm Wednesday 19 October