Job Description

We're the airline that dares to be different, bold, down-to-earth and built around giving our guests real choice. Safety is our backbone, service is our heartbeat, and our people are our superpower.

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At Virgin Australia, we're on a mission to be Australia's most loved airline, for our people, our guests and our owners and we're looking for passionate talent to help take us even higher.

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We're vibrant, authentic and unapologetically human. Here, you can bring your whole self, your Virgin Flair and your ambition to a team that champions individuality, innovation and a whole lot of heart. If you're excited by meaningful work, real opportunities to grow, and a culture where you can genuinely make a difference, you'll feel right at home with us

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What you'll be doing...

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Based at our Brisbane Hangar, you'll lead the Mechanical Systems & Cabin team, providing technical leadership to ensure the continuing airworthiness, configuration control and reliability of our fleet.

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This is a strategic leadership role focused on driving innovation, continuous improvement and smarter ways of working. You'll identify opportunities to streamline processes, leverage technology and improve engineering outcomes across the function.

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You'll oversee airworthiness assessments, engineering investigations, aircraft modification configuration control and engineering documentation, ensuring compliance with CASA regulations and Virgin Australia's engineering standards. You'll also develop and lead a high-performing team, building capability and fostering a culture of innovation and operational excellence.

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You'll be great in this role if you have...

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You're an experienced aviation engineering leader who thinks strategically and is always looking for better ways of working. You're commercially aware, technically credible and enjoy leading and developing high-performing teams.

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You're passionate about aviation and thrive in a collaborative environment where safety, precision and innovation are at the heart of everything you do. You bring robust analytical and problem-solving skills and enjoy tackling complex engineering challenges to deliver practical solutions.

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To be considered for this role, you'll need:

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- One of the following qualifications:
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- Hold, or have held, an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licence (B1, B2 or C), or equivalent; or
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- Certificate IV in Aircraft Maintenance; or
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- Diploma in Aviation Maintenance Management; or
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- Diploma (or higher) in Aeronautical, Avionics, Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering
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- At least five years' relevant aviation engineering experience, including two years in a Technical Services or Engineering leadership role supporting transport category aircraft.
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- Strong knowledge of continuing airworthiness requirements, maintenance programs, aircraft systems and applicable CASA regulations.
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- Experience reviewing engineering documentation, including Service Bulletins and Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness (ICA).
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- Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching and developing technical teams and building solid stakeholder relationships.
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- A continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to challenge legacy processes and drive operational efficiencies.
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The following would be highly regarded:

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- Experience with TRAX/eMRO Engineering Maintenance System
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- MSG-3 training or experience
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What you'll get from us...

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- Discounted flights for you and your loved ones, including $1,000 worth of travel credits per year
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- A flexible, hybrid work style. Work from home or the office (3 days a week in office)
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- Be based at our Engineering Hangar with free on-site parking
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- Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide
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- Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services
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- Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health
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- 'Dress for Your Day' enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you
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When everyone is included, everyone wins

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We're all individuals. And we love that. That's why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQIA+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.

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📌 Mechanical & Cabin Systems Leader (Queensland)
🏢 Virgin Australia
📍 Queensland