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.

• Kickstart your career as an Engineering Apprentice with Qantas in Melbourne
• Work alongside Australia's best engineers and be part of an apprentice community
• We prioritise your growth, and work together to ensure training and on the job experience is first class, whilst you achieve a nationally recognised qualification in your trade 
• Mechanical, Avionics and Structures Apprentice opportunities available

Begin an exciting career in aviation with our 2027 Qantas Group Engineering Apprenticeship Program Learn from industry professionals at an airline renowned for its world-leading safety culture. 

Our Engineering teams at the Qantas maintain our own aircraft for our regional, domestic and international fleets. With state-of-the-art equipment and resources, our commitment to professional excellence ensures our customers' safety. Our experience sets us apart. 

Our engineering apprenticeship is a four-year program combining theory training with our RTO partners, in-house training courses, and practical On-the-job training in our Engineering businesses. You’ll rotate through relevant business areas applicable to the relevant trade, receiving hands-on training on Qantas Group aircraft. 

Applications for our 2027 Qantas Group Engineering Apprenticeship program are now open. Apply today for one of the following trades: 

• Avionics 
• Mechanical
• Structures

Depending on your chosen trade, typically your role will include; 

Avionics Apprentice - maintains, inspects and undertakes fault diagnostics of electrical, instrument and radio systems and accessories on the aircraft. These include power generation and distribution systems, ignition and engine monitoring systems, autopilot and integrated flight systems, environmental control systems, radar and communication systems and in-flight entertainment 

Mechanical Apprentice - maintains, inspects and undertakes fault diagnosis of airframe, engine systems and mechanical components and accessories on aircraft. These include undercarriage, wheels and brakes, pressurisation, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, flight control systems, engine control systems and environmental control systems. 

Structures Apprentice – Maintains, inspects and undertakes modification & repair to Aircraft metallic structures and will typically work with Aircraft Composite structures such as: Fiberglass, Carbon fiber (Graphite), Kevlar, Bonded metallic and fibre structures. 

You’ll have – 

• A demonstrated mechanical aptitude with an eagerness to learn a hands-on trade 
• Good manual dexterity with the ability to use a range of hand tools
• A proactive attitude toward learning and applying safe work practices
• A high level of drive and enthusiasm to build a career in aviation
• Exceptional teamwork 
• Excellent communications skills both verbal and written 
• Australian Citizenship or hold Australian Permanent Residency Status 
• Ability to work all shift patterns 
• Must be available to start work from early 2027

Why Qantas?

As part of the engineering community, you’ll have the chance to work with a network of some of Australia’s best engineers and build a strong culture and community across all apprentice specialties. 

 There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally with the Qantas Group. 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.  

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

• Zero student debt: We’ll pay for your apprentice course and accreditations — so no student or HELP debt. Additionally, every engineering apprentice receives a salary, so you’ll earn an income while learning. 
• 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. 
• Evolve your career: Our apprentices move up to qualified engineers in just a few years with structured on-the-job training, putting you in a prime position for career growth.  
• Feel supported: We’re proud to be an inclusive and diverse workplace with many Employee Resource Groups you can join, including Altitude for gender equality and Daramu for First Nations employees and allies.  
• Flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees.  
• 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 are equal opportunity employers, so by coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. 

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: Thursday, 23 July 2026