Job Description

Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice.’ And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

What you’ll be doing…

As the Fleet Airworthiness Team Leader, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the continued airworthiness, safety, and compliance of the VARA fleet. You’ll lead the ongoing development and optimisation of the Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP), manage aircraft and component data and configuration control, oversee airworthiness reviews, and lead and contribute to specialist projects.

You’ll lead a team of Airworthiness Officers, driving performance, capability, and continuous improvement across the function, and across Engineering and Maintenance.

You will...

• Lead and develop a team of Airworthiness Officers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture
• Ensure the Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP) remains compliant with CASA regulations and aligned with OEM and engineering updates
• Review and implement maintenance program changes (ADs, SBs, MPD revisions) within the CAMO Maintenance Information System (MIS)
• Plan, coordinate and oversee Airworthiness Reviews across the fleet, ensuring timely completion and resolution of findings
• Support aircraft inductions, including AMP development, bridging requirements, and initial airworthiness reviews
• Manage aircraft and component configuration control and support fleet-wide technical projects
• Drive continuous improvement in maintenance planning, reliability, and operational efficiency
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with regulatory and organisational frameworks

You’ll be great in this role if you have ….

• Strong leadership experience, with the ability to coach and develop technical teams
• Strong knowledge of aircraft maintenance programs, airworthiness, and regulatory frameworks with ability to apply for MPAE and/or ARE
• Proven experience working within a CAMO or similar environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with a focus on continuous improvement
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence key stakeholders
• A high level of attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance

Desirable…

• Experience with high-capacity aircraft maintenance
• Maintenance program development or optimisation experience
• Airworthiness Review experience
• Exposure to reliability or performance monitoring programs
• Advanced technical writing skills

We are committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

• A flexible hybrid working style
• Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1,000 worth of travel credits each year)
• Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide
• Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services
• Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health
• Dress for your Day – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you

When everyone is included, everyone wins

We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our LGBTQIA+ community, and anyone who wants to join our family.

Ready to apply?

We’re ready to hear from you. Apply now.