Skytek Pty Ltd s a leading maintenance, repair and overhaul organisation (MRO), specialising in fixed and rotary wing aircraft. We are seeking a Trade Assistant to join our team in Cairns, QLD.

The Trade Assistant will support Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (LAMEs), aircraft technicians, workshops, engineering departments and stores personnel with aircraft maintenance and general workshop activities.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist aircraft maintenance engineers with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities
- Pick, transport and distribute aircraft parts, tooling and consumables
- Support aircraft towing and ground handling activities
- Maintain hangar, workshop and maintenance areas in a clean and secure condition
- Assist with stores and inventory management
- Carry out minor facility repairs and basic maintenance tasks




- Assist with equipment inspections, servicing and maintenance documentation

Requirements

- Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools
- Experience working in a trade, workshop, maintenance, engineering, mechanical, manufacturing or industrial environment
- Basic understanding of workplace safety systems
- Knowledge of aircraft maintenance environments and procedures is desirable
- Current Forklift Licence
- Valid Driver’s Licence
- Ability to obtain or hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
- Ability to pass Drug and Alcohol testing

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

📌 Trade Assistant (Cairns Regional)
🏢 Skytek
📍 Cairns Regional