About the business and the role

Flight Training Adelaide (FTA) is a world-class pilot training organisation that has operated since 1982 and provides customised aviation training solutions for the fixed-wing and rotary-wing industries.

FTA has two campuses. One is based at Parafield Airport in South Australia and conducts both fixed- and rotary-wing training. The other is based at Wellcamp Airport in Queensland and conducts fixed-wing training only.

Job tasks and responsibilities

We are currently looking for a suitably qualified B2 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to join our Engineering team.

FTA owns and operates Australia's largest fleet of diamond piston-engine aeroplanes, the Mudry CAP 10 aeroplane and Schweizer helicopters.

The role is based at Parafield Airport and reports to the Engineering Manager.

Skills and experience

All applicants are required to have General Aviation maintenance experience and be able to demonstrate/provide evidence of the following:

• B1.2 License.
• Demonstrated ability to use their initiative to problem-solve.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Experience with single and multi-engine piston aircraft.

Candidates must be citizens or have permanent residency in Australia or New Zealand. They must also return a negative reading on a mandatory pre-employment AOD test.

Please include your current resume and a cover letter that addresses the above experience criteria and send them via Seek Now.

If you do not receive a response from us by the closing date, your application has been unsuccessful. Please note that FTA does not provide feedback to unsuccessful candidates.

FTA BENEFITS

• Superannuation for employee superannuation guarantee and salary sacrifice is sent to our Clearing House/Portal fortnightly as salaries are processed.
• Onsite mess includes subsidised meals during set periods provided by our qualified Chefs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Salary range is between $100,000 and $110,000 depending on qualifications.