Job Description

Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australia’s largest regional, domestic, and international airline. Qantas has a range of subsidiary businesses that support the overall operations of the Group. The Qantas Group’s main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands — Qantas and Jetstar — operating regional, domestic, and international services.

• Utilise your trade skills in a dynamic and hands on role
• Monday to Friday dayshift roster
• Permanent full-time opportunity located in Melbourne - Tullamarine

Safety is our first priority. Our organisation wide commitment means every individual takes responsibility for creating a safe and healthy workplace for our customers, suppliers, assets, operations and the wider community. Taking ownership is critical. Whether we’re working individually or as a group, we challenge ourselves to deliver results.

As the Technician Airport Maintenance Services, you'll be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing aircraft tooling and equipment within an asset management system framework. You'll work closely with manufacturer guidelines and asset management systems (MXI) to ensure all tooling is safe, compliant and operational. Key responsibilities include coordinating tooling repairs to minimise operational impact, identifying maintenance trends, and contributing to safety initiatives under the Qantas S.A.F.E system. This role requires strong leadership, organisational skills and a proactive approach to maintaining high standards in a dynamic environment.

You’ll have –

• A mechanical trade certificate or equivalent qualificationrecognised in Australia
• Hands-on experience in aircraft tooling or plant and equipment maintenance
• Ability to interpret manufacturer maintenance manuals
• Skills in welding, basic sheet metal work, hydraulic & pneumatic systems - Preferred
• Experience with hoists and lifting equipment (e.g. rigging gear, slings, chain hoists) - Preferred
• Proficiency in pneumatic & hydraulic system servicing and basic electronics (e.g. PLCs, circuit boards, IT equipment)
• Strong understanding of tooling and equipment maintenance procedures
• Proven technical problem-solving skills and asset maintenance experience - Preferred
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Strong organisational skills, sound computer literacy, and a customer-focused mindset
• Flexibility and willingness to take on additional duties as needed

Why Qantas?

You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless. 

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.

• We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
• We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.
• We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.
• We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.

Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.

If you’re ready to step into a culture that will challenge and excite you, submit an application and let’s explore how we go places together.

Applications close: Tuesday 26th May 2026