Apprentice Engineer

at  CHC Helicopters

Reach Beyond!: CHC provides unmatched helicopter services that enable our customers to reach beyond – to work in remote and challenging destinations that limit others – and come home safely. We are dedicated to our purpose of getting our customers where they need to be, when they need to be there, anywhere in the world – safely and reliably. All you have to do is get on board!
At CHC, we pride ourselves on our values and culture:
Accountability: Take pride and ownership of our actions and results.
Collaboration: Working together with transparency and trust to drive continuous improvement.
Care: Creating a safe and sustainable environment for all.
Integrity: Doing what’s right and fostering a culture of respect.
Excellence: Prioritizing quality services and setting industry standards.
Role Summary:

WHO WE ARE

Offshore Services Australasia (OSA) is the leading supplier of helicopters services to the Australian Offshore industry. We operate multiple helicopter types from several bases throughout Australia and Timor Leste providing support to several major oil and gas producers.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

Candidates require the following minimum qualifications and experience:

• Have completed a minimum of Year 12 or equivalent with Mathematics and Physics subjects preferred.
• A passion for Aviation and commitment to an Engineering Apprenticeship Program
• A thirst to learn and a willingness to adapt to an ever-changing environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Good manual dexterity (hand skills) with a strong mechanical/electrical aptitude
• Enjoy building or restoring mechanical devices with strong adherence to safety standards
• Team player and a natural problem solver possessing basic computer skills
• Ability to pass a Federal Police criminal history check to establish your eligibility to hold an ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical examination with random drug and alcohol screening and testing throughout employment
• Unrestricted driver’s license – Preferred

At OSA we believe a diverse workforce makes us stronger. We want our people to be proud of who they are and where they come from. We will support our colleagues to work safely together, take care of each other and feel empowered and valued in sharing ideas as we create an organisation where we celebrate our differences.
Our commitment to maintaining and growing a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone can achieve their full potential, will ensure a strong and sustainable future for everyone.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all genders, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from diverse backgrounds.

The Diploma of Aeroskills is a structured training program of theoretical study (including CASR Part 66 examinations) and Practical Training. Theoretical training and examinations will be conducted at Aviation Australia’s Jandakot facilities. Practical training will primarily take place at our Darwin Base. But over the course of your apprenticeship, you may be required to travel to other OSA bases to gain the required skills and knowledge to meet practical training and operational requirements.

• Important Note this is a fixed base role, and you will be required to be currently residing in Darwin

We are seeking applications from individuals who have a genuine passion for aviation mechanics or avionics, have an exceptional work ethic, are safety and team oriented and have strong communication skills.
OSA is currently looking for an Apprentice Aircraft Engineer for our Darwin Base of Operations. You will be required to undertake a Diploma of Aeroskills in either Avionics (MEA50118) or Mechanical (MEA50219). This qualification results in a Category B Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) outcome once complete.

The Diploma of Aeroskills is a structured training program of theoretical study (including CASR Part 66 examinations) and Practical Training. Theoretical training and examinations will be conducted at Aviation Australia’s Jandakot facilities. Practical training will primarily take place at our Darwin Base. But over the course of your apprenticeship, you may be required to travel to other OSA bases to gain the required skills and knowledge to meet practical training and operational requirements.

• Important Note this is a fixed base role, and you will be required to be currently residing in Darwin.

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes: