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Equipment Maintenance Specialist

Oakey, Queensland Job ID BOE-1946623 Category Boeing Defence Australia Post Date Sep. 10, 2026

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Location

Oakey

Category:

Trade / Operations

Position Type:

Permanent

Job Reference:

BOE/1946623

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Today, Boeing Defence Australia does what no other Australian defence company does; offer our customers the complete lifecycle of defence platforms.

The Opportunity

Join our team at BDA's Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services Capability as an Equipment Maintenance Specialist.

We're looking for skilled, driven individual to join the Helicopter Aircrew Training System (HATS) program at Swartz Barracks, Oakey, Queensland, to help keep these aircraft mission ready. In this role you will be responsible for co-ordination of support equipment and tooling to enable EC135 maintenance and flight activities. The successful candidate will ideally possess knowledge and understanding of mechanical systems and strong organizational skills. You will:

• Manage HATS Oakey Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Tooling
• Maintain all Support and Test Equipment (STE) in accordance with the item maintenance policy
• Carry out Tool box auditing
• Perform maintenance on GSE equipment
• Maintain and manage component and replacement part inventories
• Maintain a register of the GSE and STE equipment
• Work under limited supervision

What you will bring to BDA

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Previous experience in a mechanical trade or similar role, with aviation experience an advantage
• Demonstrated knowledge of ERP MRO (cMRO) or equivalent Aviation Maintenance Management software applications is desirable
• Demonstrated knowledge of BAMS or equivalent asset management software applications is desirable
• Ability to troubleshoot, analyse, inspect, disassemble, rebuild, modify and test factory machinery and equipment as necessary using knowledge in areas such as mechanics, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Be able to use and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and advanced blueprints and schematics to maintain and repair equipment. Respond to requests for equipment repair
• Have an ability to use various hand, power driven and specialty tools
• Experience working in a safety critical environment
• Be an Australian Citizen to meet Defence security requirements
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a high tempo operating environment
• High level of computer literacy

What's in it for you

• Competitive remuneration package and annual bonus
• Access to extensive savings and cashback offers from over 350 retailers including Coles and Woolworths through the Boeing Discount program.
• Flexible Paid Parental leave with options up to 32 weeks
• 2 weeks paid Defence Reservist Leave,
• Various other leave option including - Purchased leave, ADF reserve leave and Study leave.
• Career Development support including study assistance, digital learning, mentoring circles and leadership program
• Health and Wellbeing programs including access to discounted health insurance.

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.

Don't miss this chance to advance your career — join us and help shape Australia's aerospace future.

About us

Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

We currently employ more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.

We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. People of all genders, First Nations, and former Defence personnel are encouraged to apply.

Security Clearance

You will be required to successfully undergo the vetting process for a Government security clearance ( Negative Vetting 1) sponsored by BDA. Therefore, you must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information and must have the ability to verify your background for whole of life i.e. birth to present time. More information on the security clearance vetting process is available on the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) website.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

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