Job Description

Are you looking for a new challenge to join our Newcastle Base Maintenance Team? Lifestyle rosters, salary packaging, and relocation benefits on offer!

Who are we

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service is a not-for-profit organisation providing world class aeromedical, search and rescue services to those in need 24/7. The Service has 50 years of proud
history, and operates from three bases in NSW (Tamworth, Belmont, Lismore) in addition to a Head Office and Base Maintenance facility in Broadmeadow NSW.

With a clear vision for our future – to be Australia’s leading Aeromedical and Rescue Service provider, we know the key to success is a motivated, trained, and empowered team operating within a culture of professionalism, safety and accountability.

What we can offer

• Permanent
  position based at our Broadmeadow Base in the heart of Newcastle
• Flexible
  family lifestyle roster options on the horizon
• Not for profit salary packaging
  benefits including $15,900 tax free living expenses annually
• Attractive relocation package
  available
• Opportunity for AW139 type rating
  conversion course if needed
• Supportive, skilled and
  collaborative team environment

About the role

We are seeking an
experienced Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (B1) to join our highly
skilled Base Maintenance team working across a modern fleet including AW139
aircraft in a complex environment.

Reporting to
the Senior Base Engineer and operating within a CASR approved Part 145
organisation, this role will be required to carry out maintenance, repair,
overhaul, modification, assembly and/or testing on the aircraft fleet in a safe
and efficient manner and to a high standard.

All about you

Aircraft
Engineer Trade Qualifications – CASA Part 66 Licence (B1.3)

• AW139 Type Rating, or we are open
  to considering applicants with alternative heavy twin engine type rating with
  experience
• Energetic problem solver and
  hands on team player
• Experienced, motivated, and a
  passion for detail
• Strong verbal and written
  communication skills
• Computer literacy (including Air
  Maestro, SharePoint, Word and Excel skills)
• Current Australian drivers
  licence
• Right to live and work in
  Australia
• Experience working within an EMS
  environment will be highly regarded

More Benefits & Perks

• Competitive remuneration aligned
  to the Enterprise Agreement
• A rewarding and purpose driven
  work environment
• Genuine commitment to safety,
  wellbeing and employee support
• Access to Fitness Passport and
  Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity for professional
  growth, through ongoing development and training
• Paid Parental Leave benefits

To Apply

Don’t delay!
If you’d like to join our team who are committed to saving lives and serving
the community, please click APPLY NOW and begin the journey to your
potential dream job!

Please
include a cover letter and your resume, outlining your relevant experience and
qualifications.

WRHS is an equal opportunity employer who value a diverse workforce and
recognise the innovation and competitive advantage this creates. We are excited
to hear from applicants who come from a diverse range of backgrounds.

This position is identified Category B in accordance with NSW
Health’s framework for the assessment, screening and
vaccination of workers to minimise the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable
diseases. As such, it is an essential requirement of this position that you
comply with the Service’s policies relating to Occupational Assessment, Screening
and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases.

Successful applicants must have the right to work in Australia as well
as complete a pre-employment medical examination and National Police History
Check.

Join us in making a difference every day. Apply now and be part of a
team committed to saving lives and serving the community.