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Location:
Townsville
Category:
Trade / Operations
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

• Fortnightly wage: AW1 $2,818.84 + Super + Allowances
• Roster: 38 hours per week
• Allowances: Provided as necessary, including per diems for travel-related expenses if required.
• Facilities: Parking and canteen available onsite.
• Type: Full-time Permanent
• Location: Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Townsville, Queensland
• Start Date: January 2026

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• C class driver’s licence.
• Australian citizenship, with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Prior certificates in aeroskills or aviation experience are advantageous but not mandatory. Our priority is finding candidates who align with our team culture.

Join our vibrant Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services team as an Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, supporting Australia’s new fleet of AH-64E Apache’s, the world’s most advanced and proven attack helicopter, at RAAF Base Townsville, Queensland.
Initially, you will spend your time as an Aerospace Worker undergoing training with Aviation Australia in Townsville to complete a Diploma in Aeroskills - Mechanical. This will give you the necessary underpinning skills and qualifications before embarking on an exciting career as an Apache Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.
This entry-level position is your gateway to the aerospace industry, offering excellent opportunities for growth and development. Already have an aviation qualification? Great! We’d love to hear from you.

We are chasing enthusiastic, committed and driven individuals who, as an Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, will collaborate with Aircraft Maintenance Engineers and other aerospace professionals to perform a variety of maintenance and modification activities, including but not limited to:

• Preparing aircraft for maintenance, repair, or modification.
• Conducting inspections, special servicings, and rectifications.
• Conduct aircraft flight-line handling duties.
• Performing post-maintenance testing to ensure mission readiness.
• Managing ground support equipment and adhering to technical instructions and maintenance documentation.
• Reporting to the Maintenance Operations Manager and contributing effectively within a team.

Safety and health are our top priorities, and you will be expected to uphold these standards by following our Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) policies and procedures.
We seek a collaborative team members with strong communication skills and a proactive approach to task management. A willingness to learn and a passion for contributing to a positive team culture are essential for success in this role.