Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - B1.3

  • Essendon Fields
  • Permanent
  • Fri Apr 24 01:29:57 2026
  • BBBH3912

Hi All!
Have a key role for a global Defence and Aerospace supplier based in Melbourne (northern suburbs) providing maintenance, engineering services and technical expertise for a fleet of critical aircraft. Must be an Australian Citizen, ITAR compliant and willing to work on-site.
Great remuneration, career growth and exciting projects await!
B1.3 license is a key requirement for this role.

Role: LAME - B1.3

Responsibilities:

  • Exercise abilities and Licence coverage as directed by the Part 145 AMO & MRO Manager in accordance with the CAR30 Procedures Manual and/or Part145 MOE.
  • Ensure that their license recency (at least 6 months in any 24-month period) remains current.
  • Act as a Job Coordinator during maintenance activities to meet the requirements of the CAR30 and/or Part145 MOE and the issue of Maintenance Releases.
  • Be fully conversant with the airworthiness requirements pertaining to maintenance of aircraft and in particular CAR Schedule 6.
  • Be able to integrate well with other staff and work as part of a team.
  • Be aware of the requirement to practice individual quality control at all times in accordance with the CAR30 and/or Part145 MOE.
  • Bring to the attention of the Part 145 AMO & MRO Manager any anomalies in Maintenance Schedules, Defects or Maintenance Procedures so that appropriate corrective action can be taken.
  • Assist in the upkeep of the condition of the Hangar and in keeping all Ground Support Equipment clean, functional and in calibrated status.
  • Impart on the job training to AMEs & Apprentices.
  • Travel domestically and international, upon request, to support Leonardo Helicopters Product line.
  • Travel domestically and international for OEM Training requirements.

Requirements:

  • Hold a valid CASA Part 66 license with AW109, AW139 & AW169 desirable.
  • Certificate 4 in Aeroskills (Mechanical) and/or (Avionics) or higher.
  • Hold/be able to hold, a valid ASIC card
  • Hold/be able to hold, a valid Car license
  • Current Human factors training
  • Hold/be able to hold, a valid Passport
  • Sound engineering background with proven ability to conduct scheduled maintenance in an efficient manner;
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot technical systems in an efficient manner;
  • Detailed knowledge of CASA regulations as applicable to aircraft maintenance;
  • Comprehensive understanding of Leonardo Australia health and safety policies and procedures;
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise and organise others;
  • Demonstrated ability to be able to communicate with internal and external parties;
  • Well organised and motivated
  • Australia Citizen and eligible for defence clearance

If you think you match the above role, please apply in Word document format. PDF is also accepted.

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