Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service – Newcastle NSW

Shape your future in aviation engineering whilst making a real difference tothe community, withaleadingNSW-basedAeromedicaland Rescue Service provider.

- Permanent position based at our Broadmeadow Base in the heart of Newcastle
- Not for Profit salary packaging benefits
- Work with a team that genuinely makes a difference in the community

About us

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service is a not-for-profit organisation providing world class aeromedical, search and rescue services to those in need 24/7. The Service has50years of proud history, andoperatesfrom three bases in NSW (Tamworth, Belmont, Lismore) in addition to a Head Office andBase Maintenancefacility based in Broadmeadow(Newcastle)NSW.Witha clearvisionfor our future – to be Australia’s leading Aeromedical and Rescue Service provider, we know the key to success is a motivated, trained, and empowered teamoperatingwithin a culture of professionalism,safetyand accountability.

About the position

Due to an internal promotion, we are currentlyseekinganexperiencedAircraft Maintenance Engineertojoin ourBroadmeadow basedteam.Reporting to the Senior Base Engineerand operating within a CASR approved Part145 organisation,thisrole will be required to carry out maintenance, repair, overhaul, modification, assembly and/or testing on the aircraft fleet in a secure and efficient manner and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities of the role include:

- Assistthe maintenance teamwith maintenance activities including majoraircraftinspections,repairsand overhaulsin accordance withapproved company,manufacturerand airworthiness authority manuals.
- Assistthe maintenance team toconduct hybrid trouble shooting,address recurrent technical problemsand ensure all maintenanceand defect rectification is carried out to the relevant design and quality standards.
- Complete documentation inan accurateandtimelymannerin accordance withcompany requirements.




- Communicate effectively with key stakeholders through a commitment to the Service’s values of compassion, unity,accountabilityand integrity,whilstdemonstratingand promotinga positive and proactive attitude toward safety,qualityand environmental standardsat all times.

Aboutyou

To be considered for thisrole, you will have:

- Aircraft Engineer TradeQualification, with minimum of 2years experience
- Demonstrated experience working on AW139aircraftand/or EMS experience (desirable)
- Current Australian Drivers Licence
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- IT literate with the ability to effectively utilise Aviation, Safety and MS Office Software
- Strong focus on safety and quality with attention to detail
- Behaviour, culture, and attitude that aligns with Company values
- Proven experience working in an EMS / SAR environment will be highly regarded

What we Offer

- Attractiveremunerationand benefits package, in line with our Enterprise Agreement
- Not for Profit salary packaging benefits
- Relocation benefitson offer
- Enjoy a dynamic,flexibleand rewarding work environment
- Genuine commitment to safety and wellbeing
- Opportunity for professional growth and development
- Paid Parental Leave benefits

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This position isidentifiedCategory Bin accordance withNSW Health’s framework for the assessment,screeningand vaccination of workers to minimise the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases. As such, it is an essential requirement of this position that youcomply withthe Service’s policies relating to Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases.

WRHS is an equal opportunity employer who value a diverse workforce and recognise the innovation and competitive advantage this creates. We are excited to hear from applicants who come from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Successful applicants must havethe right to work in Australiaas well as complete a pre-employment medical examination, drug & alcoholscreeningandNational Police History Check.

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📌 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (New South Wales)
🏢 Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service
📍 New South Wales