Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Mechanical

at  Bell Textron Inc

DESCRIPTION

Bell Textron Australia is a helicopter maintenance organisation with facilities in Coffs Harbour, NSW and Redcliffe, QLD. Bell Textron Australiaholds both CASA Part 145 and CAR 30 approvals providing the opportunity to work on a range of helicopters and projects.
We are a friendly and flexible team of aviation professionals with an exemplary focus on customer service and maintain high standards of integrity and professionalism in all dealings. Bell Textron Australia offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic aviation setting, a safe workplace, and provides opportunities for training and personal development.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our Redcliffe , Queensland team as a B1.3 AME or LAME. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity working a 38hr week over 4 days, Monday to Thursday.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Ensure maintenance performed on assigned aircraft is carried out to the highest possible standard in compliance with company policies and procedures and Civil Aviation Regulations.
• Ensure tasks and duties are accomplished as per Bell Textron Australia Policies and Procedures.
• Ensure that all Inspections, Repairs, Overhaul and Alteration work is being properly performed and executed in accordance with the standards, methods, and procedures used by this repair station.
• Ensure all necessary work-related records and forms are properly filled out by the mechanic responsible for the work perform.
• Ensure that pertinent technical data and material provided by the repair station is being utilized for the maintenance work performed. This material will consist of manufacturer’s repair and inspection manuals, service bulletins, related Federal Aviation Regulations, etc.
• Perform aircraft Maintenance and Alterations, for which he/she is certificated.
• Track progress of work to ensure budgetary control is maintained.
• Ensure the aircraft and work bays are maintained clean, FOD free and organized.
• Ensure the proper handling and storage of all parts in the department’s possession.
• Assist with Planning aircraft maintenance.
• Responsibility for making recommendations concerning stocking levels of parts affecting the department.
• Ensure that aircraft protective covers are installed at all times while aircraft is in the hangar.
• Mentor other team members as required, to include providing guidance and on the job training on task such tasks like modifications & manual usage.
• Provide directions to AMEs and apprentices to assist them to meet budgets and delivery schedules.
• Operational management of AMEs and apprentices providing clear directions for maintenance or modification of aircraft allocated to him/her.
• Provide input into customer queries and/or complaints.
• Foster and participate in improvement of working environment.