B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Are you a B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer ready for a change of pace and scenery? We're looking for skilled and motivated professionals to join our team in Broome, one of Australia's most iconic and breathtaking coastal towns.

Considering a Change? Discover the Broome Lifestyle

Looking for more than just a job — something that offers a real lifestyle change? Broome could be exactly what you're looking for.

Located in the heart of the stunning Kimberley region, Broome is an iconic coastal town with a rich cultural history and spectacular natural beauty. Life here offers a unique blend of professional opportunity and outdoor adventure, making it an ideal place for individuals, couples, and families alike. A strong and welcoming community - Broome has it all.

Whether you enjoy beach days, fishing, camping, Broome's outdoor lifestyle is second to none. In addition, there is range of sport and fitness activities available from a vast range of sporting clubs to well-equipped gyms, Pilates, and yoga. Foodies are well catered for with an array of dining experiences from casual cafes to quality bars and restaurants. If you like to catch a move the world's oldest outdoor cinema in operation is centrally located in town. There are no hassles with accessing life's essentials with the major supermarkets, a range of other shopping options, postal services and all the major banks on your doorstep. The town offers excellent schooling choices, including both public and private schools, a TAFE campus, and The University of Notre Dame Australia. Broome is home to the main regional hospital in the Kimberley and is well supported by several quality medical practices.

Relocating to Broome means becoming part of a vibrant regional hub that balances career growth with lifestyle — all set against one of the most beautiful backdrops in Australia.

If you're ready for adventure, opportunity, and a true change of pace — Broome is waiting.

About the role

We are seeking a B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) with relevant industry experience to join our Broome base. The base carries out scheduled and unscheduled maintenance to our fleet. Ideally, we are seeking applicants with experience working on our aircraft types or similar.

Key duties and responsibilities of the role include

• Perform aircraft maintenance in accordance with the aircraft's approved maintenance data
• Ensuring all parts and materials are airworthy and appropriate for their application
• Reporting all defects or faults identified during maintenance of aircraft or aeronautical products to the allocated Maintenance Coordinator
• Ensuring all certifications are made in accordance with the Aviair approved systems of certification

To be successful in this role:

• Possess minimum 2 years' work experience as a LAME, preferably with a sound knowledge of the Civil Aviation Regulations
• Hold a current CASA Part 66 License in Category B1 or B2 (Preferably have PT6 engine type rating or PT6 engine experience however not essential)
• Possess experience working on aircraft within our fleet or similar
• Be able to work effectively as part of a tight knit team as well as independently in a fast-paced environment, able to problem-solve and provide concise recommendation
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate across all levels
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening (DAMP)
• Eligibility to obtain an ASIC

What we offer you

• $140,000 - $160,000 (plus paid overtime)
• Personal development opportunities to grow in a diverse, inclusive company
• Opportunities for various type rating courses
• External training opportunities
• A great team environment
• Salary Sacrifice / salary packaging benefits (including remote area housing benefits)

Aviair is a leading aviation company with its head office located in Kununurra, with maintenance located in Broome, Kununurra and Karratha. Aviair proudly provides extensive charter, RPT and tourism services across the Kimberley and Pilbara with a fleet of approximately 30 aircraft. Aviair predominately maintains is own fleet which includes, B200, C208, PC12, B58 and GA8 aircraft.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your relevant qualifications and experience as well as a copy of your license.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.