Job Description Summary: To support GE Aerospace’s customers by conducting industry best practices during repair and overhaul maintenance on DOWTY propeller systems. Reporting to the DOWTY Workshop Operations Manager, you will conduct OEM directed maintenance on DOWTY Propellers fitted to Lockheed Martin C130J Hercules.

Role Overview

- Perform on‑site Propeller systems maintenance inclusive of repairs, modification, installation and preventative maintenance.
- Provide technical instruction and assistance to customers within the parameters of formal technical documents.
- Provide ‘Hands‑On’ technical assistance to GE manufacturing and repair facilities to support output requirements.
- Maintain knowledge of applicable product line and aftermarket contractual obligations.
- Perform administrative functions, such as writing technical reports, ordering materials, supporting quotations and capturing sales and cost avoidance opportunities.
- Develop and maintain knowledge of, and adhere to, the Site Quality, Safety Management and EHS policies and other compliance requirements. Bring forward for resolution any identified risks utilising provided systems.
- Maintain strong International Trade compliance regulations aligned to GE requirements.
- Provide customer insight / intelligence as necessary.
- Provide all customers (internal and external) timely and accurate responses to queries covering all relevant GE Systems products.





Required Qualifications

- Certificate IV in Aeroskills – Mechanical or equivalent.
- Must be an Australian Citizen, to meet Defence security requirements, and may be required to hold and maintain an Australian Government Security Clearance.
- Well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to train people and prepare technical reports.
- A commitment to a healthy, safe, and compliant work setting.
- All candidates for this role are engaged in Safety Sensitive Aviation Activities (SSAAs) and may be subjected to approved testing in support of GE Aerospace’s CASA approved Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP).

Preferred Qualifications

- Exposure to aeronautical workshop environment.
- Demonstrated continuous improvement experience.
- Commitment to learning and updating your knowledge.

Employee Benefits

- Strong focus on work‑life balance, with a 4‑day working schedule in a brand‑new facility.
- Additional leave options available, including eligibility for an extra week of paid leave based on program criteria.
- Flexible Work Arrangements (FWA), Career Breaks, Social/Civil Responsibility leave, and Recreational Leave supported in line with policy.
- Attractive corporate discount programs to popular retailers.

Additional Information

- Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

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📌 Aircraft maintenance engineer (Richmond)
🏢 IF1203 GE Aviation Systems Australia
📍 Richmond