About the role:

The Vertical Aviation Group, encompassing long-standing aviation businesses Heli-Muster NT / HM Air, Heliwest and Vertical Energy, is seeking an experienced Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) to maintain piston and turbine helicopters at our Katherine base in the Northern Territory.

Upskilling for aircraft types and engines is available to Australian licence holders. We also support New Zealand licence holders with conversion to an Australian licence. Visa arrangements can be discussed with suitable candidates from other countries.

A variety of roster arrangements may be considered and negotiated to suit operational requirements. The role is based in Katherine, NT, however occasional short-duration travel to other Company bases may be required to support fleet maintenance, with additional allowances applicable.

Benefits:

- Relocation assistance may be discussed with suitable candidates who wish to move to Katherine.

- Competitive remuneration with rostering flexibility.

- Training and upskilling opportunities (with a focus on Airbus airframes and Engines).

- Work on range of Helicopter maintenance and associated projects.

- Staff discounts on helicopter charter and training.

- Large, modern hangar with excellent stores facilities and tooling (tooling provided).

To be successful for your recent role you must hold:

- Australian work rights appropriate to the role by the agreed start date.

- Valid Australian Driver’s license.

- A relevant Australian helicopter maintenance licence (B1.3 / B1.4), or a New Zealand helicopter maintenance licence suitable for conversion.

- Experience on at least one of the following types, in order of preference: Bell 206, AS350,



Robinson helicopters or Cabri G2. First preference is a LAME licensed on the Bell 206 with the Rolls-Royce engine.

- Demonstrable commitment to customer service.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Computer literacy with experience on aircraft computer aided maintenance systems.

- Ability to prioritise tasks efficiently.

- The ability to work as a team player but be able to work independently as required.

- Commitment to a safe work environment.

- Positive attitude.

- Current ASIC and Human Factors qualifications (the company can assist with renewal).

Additional requirements/desirable:

- Experience using Computer Maintenance and Management Systems – Aerotrack MRO (Aust) and Air Maestro will be an advantage.

- Forklift ticket.

- First Aid.

About the Vertical Aviation Group:

The Vertical Aviation Group encompasses three long-standing and well-regarded aviation businesses, Heliwest, Heli-Muster NT (HM Air) and Vertical Energy.

Heli-Muster NT / HM Air services the Pastoral, Tourism, Mining, and Gas industries offering helicopters and fixed wing aircraft, as well as serving Government, Private and Emergency Response needs across the Northern Territory and beyond. HM is an Authorised Robinson Service Centre with a good balance of piston and turbine maintenance.

Our family business values of safety, great customer service, continuous improvement, integrity, accountability, teamwork and respect shape everything we do.

We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.

Mandatory drug and alcohol testing is required pre-employment.

For more information please contact: ••••@hmair.com.au

www.hmair.com.au

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🏢 HM Air Services
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