Pilatus Aircraft Australia (PilAUS) is a subsidiary of the Swiss-based Pilatus Aircraft Ltd, renowned for its innovative aircraft design, manufacturing, and maintenance. With a commitment to excellence, safety, and reliability, we provide specialised aircraft solutions, maintenance and after sales support to our Business Aviation customers and sustainment, maintenance, engineering,logisticsand operational support to our Government Aviation customers.

As Operations Manager Pearce you will be working within the Government Business Unit ofPilAUSwhere you will have a key role supporting all Pilatus Government Operations and reporting to the Director Operations Pearce.

Position Overview

The Operations Manager Pearce has overall responsibility for the day-to-day operational output and co-ordination of all material/supply support and maintenance liaison activities related to the in-service support of the RAAF Pilot Training System (PTS) PC-21 fleet located at RAAF Base Pearce. This role works collaboratively with the Operations Manager East Sale to collectively support the full RAAF fleet of 49 PC-21 aircraft.

This role requires a strong balance of technical expertise, operational leadership, and customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Primary

- Manage the day-to-day operation of the PTS capability at RAAF Base Pearce, ensuring alignment with the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and proactively address deviations or risks to performance.
- Primary point of contract for the PTS sub-contracted arrangements located at RAAF Base Pearce, managed in consultation with the GOV Commercial team.
- Responsible for providing operational performance reporting inputs, including data capturing, trend analysis and reporting in accordance with the contractual performance measurements.
- Management of the PTS personnel and Warehouse functional output.
- Ensure continuity of material supply, including cost benefit analysis of approved local component maintenance, maintenance repair and overhauls (MRO’s), optimal order quantities and consumable materials usage.




- Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to analyse and resolve supply chain issues and develop effective solutions to logistical and technical issues across the program related to material supply.
- Support life cycle cost analysis with the aim to identify supply and maintenance cost reduction improvements.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and logistics functions.

Qualifications

- Formal technical training (engineering degree or equivalent, or comparable experience).
- Highly desirable: Diploma or Certificate in Aviation and Aerospace Management.
- Highly desirable: Knowledge of the principles and application of output-based service delivery.
- Strong knowledge of aviation regulations (e.g. DASA, CASA).
- At least 5 years’ experience with in-service support of aircraft under a military performance-based contract.

Experience

- Operational management experience in an aviation logistics and maintenance environment.
- Experience with in-service support of aircraft under a performance-based contract.
- Experience with maintenance tracking systems and inventory management software.
- Familiarity with reliability-centred maintenance (RCM) practices.
- Overall competence in aircraft logistic and maintenance support disciplines, preferably military turbo prop aircraft.
- Proven dispute resolution skills and ability to interface effectively to customers and business partners.
- Highly desirable: Experience in military or government aviation programs.

Skills & Attributes

- Match the Pilatus and PilAUS corporate culture.
- Sound problem solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills - written and spoken.
- Proven ability to operate within and support a cohesive,



customer focussed, team environment.
- Exhibit leadership qualities such as integrity, self-discipline and teamwork.
- Able to multi-task, prioritise work outputs and accept irregular working hours.
- Prepared to increase knowledge within the discipline through sustained professional development.

Technical Skills

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Teams, and Outlook, with a strong ability to apply these tools effectively in a professional setting.

Why Choose Us

- Work with internationally recognised world class aircraft
- Lead a highly skilled and passionate team
- State of the Art contemporary work environment
- Competitive remuneration package based on experience and qualifications

Application Process

Ready to join Pilatus Aircraft Australia and become a vital part of a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of safety and excellence in the aviation industry?

A requirement of the role will be to undergo a pre-employment medical and background screening.

An Internationally Oriented Swiss Company

Founded in 1939, Pilatus Aircraft Ltd is the only Swiss company to develop, produce and sell aircraft to customers around the world: from the legendary Pilatus Porter PC-6 to the best-selling single-engine turboprop in its class, the PC-12, and the PC-21, the training system of the future. The latest development is the PC-24 - the world's first ever business jet for use on short unprepared runways. Domiciled in Stans, the company is certified to ISO 14001 in recognition of its efforts for the setting. With over 1,850 employees at its headquarters, Pilatus is one of the largest employers in Central Switzerland. Pilatus provides training for about 120 apprentices in 13 different professions – job training for young people has always been a very high priority at Pilatus.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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