Technical Trade Assistant

About the role:

We're seeking a reliable and organised Technical Trade Assistant to join our dynamic team in Brisbane on a full-time basis. This role is key to supporting the preparation of training aids, equipment and facilities, as well as assisting instructors to deliver safe, high-quality practical training.

In this role you will help maintain workshops and aircraft training aids, supervise students to ensure safe practices, and assist with Stores operations including goods handling and process improvements. You will also contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement while complying with Aviation Australia's Code of Conduct, safety legislation, and policies.

Is this role for you?

Our ideal candidate will have the following:

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills - desirable
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment - desirable
• Working at Heights and Elevated Work Platform (EWP) - desirable
• Current "C" Class Driver's Licence and LF HRWL (Forklift Licence)
• Working with Children (Blue Card) or ability to obtain
• Experience in Stores/warehousing support with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery
• Ability to perform minor facility maintenance
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with a professional and courteous approach
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Well-developed organisational skills to manage priorities, competing demands, and deadlines
• Proven ability to resolve issues through negotiation, consultation, and teamwork
• Strong problem-solving skills and initiative
• Ability to work both independently and within a small team
• Digital literacy and willingness to undertake training as required

What we can offer you:

• A diverse and rewarding position where you will offer key support to our students, staff and stakeholders.
• An environment that supports a high performance, supportive and inclusive culture.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A Health and Wellbeing program including access to two days flexible leave per year and access to our Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family.
• Corporate discount with a private health fund.
• Salary sacrificing for superannuation and novated car leases.
• Professional development opportunities.

Working at Aviation Australia:

Aviation Australia was established by the Queensland Government as a training organisation in 2001 to support the growth and development of the aerospace industries. During the last 24 years, the company has delivered training both nationally and internationally to many thousands of aviation professionals worldwide. As a world class organisation, the training outcomes delivered by Aviation Australia are recognised by the Australian Skills Training Authority along with national and international airworthiness regulators.

At Aviation Australia we strive to live by our values Safety at the heart of everything we do, working together, being accountable, acting innovatively, and delivering on our customer's needs.Our workplace offers a genuinely flexible working environment where we recognise the value of an inclusive and diverse workplace.  Our people are empowered to strive for excellence and succeed.  We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as women, people with a disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.   If you identify with any of these groups and need assistance with your application, please contact the People and Culture team via emailand one of our team members will contact you to assist.

Please refer to the fulljob description available under 'Join the Team' on Aviation Australia's website for further information about the role, duties and selection criteria.

To apply:please click on the Apply for this job button and include the following:

• A current resume
• A cover letter (no longer than 2 pages)

Only applications from candidates with the legal right to work in Australia will be considered.

Aviation Australia partner with Qantas for the Qantas Engineering Academy. If you are currently working or previously worked for Qantas, part of our recruitment process is to confirm your leaver status. By submitting your application, you agree that AA may contact Qantas for your leaver status if applicable.