Join a team that’s not just maintaining aircraft — we’re shaping the future of Australia’s defence aviation capability.
We’re on the lookout for passionate, skilled, and driven Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to join our high-performing team in Oakey, Queensland. Whether you're looking to deepen your technical expertise, broaden your qualifications, or step into leadership — this is the place to do it.
Why Us?- Endless Learning: Access to advanced training, certifications, and Defence-specific upskilling programs.
- Career Pathways: Multiple roles available within a growing team.
- Work-life Balance: Consistent working arrangements and hours
- Cutting-Edge Projects: Work on high-impact aircraft systems and components in a Defence environment.
- Supportive Culture: Collaborate with experienced engineers, planners, and Defence personnel in a safety-first, values-driven workplace.
- Stability & Growth: Full-time, permanent role with long-term career prospects in a nationally significant industry.
Your Role
- Perform maintenance, servicing, testing, and troubleshooting of aircraft systems and components.
- Apply your trade qualifications to complete and certify maintenance tasks using authorised maintenance data (AMD).
- Collaborate with internal teams and Defence stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations.
- Maintain accurate records, support inspections, and contribute to continuous airworthiness.
- Engage in ongoing training and development to expand your capabilities and authorisations.
What you'll need to succeed
- Certificate III and/or IV in Aeroskills (or equivalent)
- Australian Citizenship (eligible for Defence security clearance & ITAR compliance)
- Strong English communication and computer literacy
Desirable:
- DASR knowledge and experience
- Military Aircraft Maintenance Licence (MAML)
- Experience in Defence or military aerospace environments
- Familiarity with Continuing Airworthiness Records (CAwR)
What you need to do now
If you're ready to grow, learn, and contribute to something bigger — we want to hear from you. Multiple opportunities available, so don’t wait! Join us in Oakey, QLD and be part of Australia’s defence aviation future. Send a copy of your resume to A li.kavanagh@hays.com.au
LHS 297508