• Take pride in providing technical specialist knowledge on all matters relating to the Airbus fleet

• Join a collaborative and close-knit team committed to delivering excellence

• Full-time, Permanent opportunity in Melbourne

• $80,000K - $110,000K

Built on a long history of pioneering aviation, the Qantas Group continues to push boundaries today. Whether it’s through state of the art aircraft, new routes or world-class product, we’re working to create memorable experiences for our customers whenever they fly with us. No matter where we are in the world, seeing our red roo take to the skies fills us with pride. You might be most familiar with the experience of our products and services, but there’s much more to us we’d like to tell you about.

Network Aviation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Qantas operating under the QantasLink banner providing aircraft and crew to service Qantas regional ports within Western Australia. We operate a fleet of jet aircraft, including Fokker 100 and Airbus 320.

We take pride in building connections with people in regional Australia. It is a special feeling. Network Aviation is an important part of the Qantas Group, no matter where you fit in, we come together with pride to deliver the best and safest experience for our customers.

As the Airbus Technical Specialist, you will be responsible and accountable for the management and oversight of all technical aspects of the Network Aviation Airbus aircraft. This includes the review and assessment of service literature, coordination of modification programmes, identification of reliability initiatives and resolution of in-service issues to ensure a quality product is delivered to our customers whilst maintaining cost efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Reporting to the Airbus Fleet Manager, broader responsibilities will include:

• Provide clear advice to the business on all technical matters relating to the Airbus fleet of aircraft, providing a structured approach to the resolution of any technical issues arising.

• Develop processes and procedures as required to support the technical operation of the Network Aviation Airbus fleet and interface with key stakeholders.

• Review and assess service literature from aircraft and component OEM’s for aircraft being managed to understand airworthiness requirements and to maintain compliance with Part 42 regulations.

• Utilise support systems for ongoing fleet management, including but not limited to Citrix, TRAX, DMS, Airbus World, Skywise, SHM, ChroniX, eDoc Browser and Content Locker.

• Coordinate the submission of engineering work requests to Part 21 suppliers for delivery of engineering designs to support the ongoing configuration management of the fleet for standardisation and continuous improvement.

• Create task cards and engineering controls within TRAX for acquittal and management of fleet technical requirements.

• Act as the key interface between NAA CAMO and Jetstar Technical Services for business unit requirements, ensuring future demands are coordinated and delivered to support the management of continuing airworthiness and future growth.

• Provide coordination of troubleshooting advice to the supporting AMOs for AOG or maintenance events as required.

• Provide input to repetitive and recurrent defect analysis to support the company’s Reliability and Maintenance programmes.

• Support the delivery of technical requirements associated with the introduction of a new aircraft into the Network Aviation fleet.

• Perform the key functions of the Airbus Fleet Coordinator (CAMO) role as required to ensure business continuity when required for leave coverage or other absences.

• Represent the CAMO for all A320 fleet activities or meetings where the Fleet Manager Airbus is unable to attend.

• Conduct regular meetings with the Fleet Manager Airbus to review and discuss policy, procedures, compliance and to escalate any emerging issues or risks that require escalation.

• Represent Network Aviation at regular technical meetings and forums held by Jetstar or other Group business units to ensure business interests are presented and outcomes delivered for our requirements.

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following skills & experience:

• 3 years relevant experience in aircraft engineering or technical services

• Experience at a high capacity passenger transport operator including service literature assessment, technical configuration management and use of compliance management platforms.

• AME/LAME or professional engineer with tertiary qualifications in Aviation, Engineering or Management.

• Detailed understanding and technical knowledge of the A320 family of aircraft and systems.

• Experience with OEM and relevant service literature management

• Sound knowledge of business management, business analysis and review techniques

• Capable of identifying customer needs and resolving customer issues

• Proven experience in fleet technical management positions

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management, internal and external stakeholders

• Process driven, with experience in constructing new processes to deliver business goals

• Highly motivated and committed to continuous improvement

• Experience with the use of TRAX as a Maintenance Information System is desired.

Why Qantas?

You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.

• We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.

• We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 14 weeks paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees.

• We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.

• We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.

Please note:

The Qantas Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.

If you’re ready to step into a culture that will challenge and excite you, submit an application and let’s explore how we go places together.

Applications close: Thursday 14th of September 2023.