We have an opportunity for a Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to join our team in Whanganui. This is a dynamic, challenging role where no two days are the same. From carrying out engine repairs in the field to completely rebuilding an airframe in the hangar, this role will allow you to utilise all your skills and experience. Ravensdown Aerowork is Part 145 and 148 certified which enables us to continually improve and modernise our fleet while providing the capacity and capability to repair or rebuild almost every component used across our fleet of aircraft.
We want engineers who take pride in their work and apply their skills and knowledge to ensure every aircraft leaves the hangar in a safe and airworthy condition. As we design, develop and manufacture aircraft modifications a strong ability to read and understand technical publications and drawings is essential.
You'll need a passion for what you do, your attention to detail will be second to none and you will be able to cope with pressure at times.
The ability to exercise your excellent problem solving and decision-making skills combined with excellent engineering abilities will help you succeed.
The ability to be flexible and deal with the variety the comes with the role is key as one day you may be performing engine hot end inspections and then rebuilding a flap the next.
You will be working as part of a supportive team of high performing engineers who all push each other to be better and are more than just work colleagues.
In return for your skills, we offer a competitive hourly rate of $50–60, a range of insurances, and excellent development opportunities within a supportive co-operative environment.
Click on the 'Apply' button to create a profile and submit your CV and cover. Applications close 1 December 2026.
Aerowork is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
Aerowork delivers precision aerial fertiliser application to support New Zealand’s hill-country farmers. With a nationwide fleet of 13 GPS-equipped aircraft, 35+ loader trucks, and a full in-house engineering team designing and maintaining specialised aircraft components, we operate one of the most capable aerial spreading networks in the country. As a 100% Ravensdown-owned subsidiary, Aerowork plays an essential role in helping rural communities grow stronger, safer, and more productive.
creativity and partnership we can solve these challenges and secure a sustainable future for our farmers, growers, their communities and our motu.
Forged in 1977 from farmers’ determination to resist large corporations snapping up assets in the farming sector. Today, Ravensdown exists to enable smarter farming for a better New Zealand. As a farmer-owned co-operative, our products, expertise and technology help farmers reduce environmental impacts and optimise value from the land.
Whether it’s food grown for livestock or for humans, we are an integral part of the food creation process. We are the only co-operative on the planet that tests for, advises about, buys, ships, stores, spreads, measures and maps food-creating nutrients and fertiliser in a truly integrated way. We also provide products and services in environmental mitigation, agronomy and animal health sectors.
From scientists to sales staff, engineers to IT experts, the diverse team is focused on a common goal: to enable smarter farming for a better New Zealand by delivering quality agri-products, technologies and services.
When it comes to the growing prosperity of New Zealand, stronger rural communities and a progressive environmentally considerate agri-sector, Ravensdown is part of the solution.
