Airbus Australia is a leader in the aerospace industry, supporting the RAAF's MC-55A Peregrine, P-8A Poseidon, and C-130J Hercules, alongside the Army's ARH Tiger helicopters. With a network of local facilities and global expertise, we are at the forefront of aviation innovation.
About The Role
Join the Airbus maintenance team in Edinburgh as a Technical Toolstore Support (GSE Fitter). In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and testing of aviation Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Support &
Test Equipment (S&TE;), ensuring our ground-based equipment is mission-ready, supporting both local and deployed operations to achieve critical capability outcomes for our customers.
Key Responsibilities
Maintenance &
Repair: Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on GSE and S&TE;, including hydraulic and electrical systems
Inspections: Conduct technical inspections on procurement and vendor returns to ensure regulator standards are met
Stock &
Tooling: Manage tooling controls, identify breakdown spares, and perform weekly stock checks on Ground Power Units and Hans Rigs
Compliance: Carry out Test &
Tag of portable electrical equipment and maintain accurate digital records
Vendor Liaison:
Maintain robust relationships with local vendors and supervise onsite contractors
Operational Support: Support maintenance services locally and in domestic or international deployed locations
Desirable Skills &
Experience
Experience within a Defence or Aviation environment
Background in hydraulic and electrical systems (Hydraulic Test Stand Systems or Technical Electronics)
Understanding of maintenance policy, support engineering, and supply chain interdependencies
Preferred Qualifications
Cert III in GSE Tech or Cert IV in Aeroskills
Restricted Electrical Licence / Test &
Tag certification
Forklift Ticket / High-Risk Licence (EWP above 11m) / Working at Heights.
Benefits / What We Offer
Versatile working options, including a 9-day fortnight
Global profit sharing, Employee Share Ownership Plan, and shopping/travel discounts
Onsite physiotherapy, confidential counselling, and BUPA/Defence Health corporate rates
Dedicated commitment to career development through classroom and online learning
Free secure onsite parking
Requires eligibility for a high-level Australian Government Security Clearance and capacity to pass pre-employment medical screening.
📌 Technical Toolstore Support Edinburgh
🏢 Aviation Careers Australia
📍 Edinburgh
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