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 with the 2027 Qantas Group Engineering Apprenticeship Program
• Work alongside Australia's best engineers within our Engine and Component Maintenance Services workshops and be part of a supportive apprentice community and be part of an apprentice community
• Start your career as an Apprentice Signwriter and earn whille you lean, gaining hands-on experience and a nationally recognised qualification in a creative, practical trade

Hop onboard as an Signwriter Engineering Apprentice with Qantas

Begin an exciting and creative career in aviation with our 2027 Qantas Group Engineering Apprenticeship Program, specialising in Aircraft Signwriting in Melbourne.

This is a unique opportunity to combine hands-on trade skills with creativity and digital design, working on the visual identity of our aircraft and across a range of high-profile projects.

As part of our team, you’ll help bring our fleet to life. You’ll be responsible for internal and external aircraft markings across all aircraft types, along with the design, manufacture and installation of general signage, safety signage and banners. You’ll also be involved in in-house design and printing of corporate materials, including safety on board cards used across the fleet.

Working with state-of-the-art wide format printing technology and modern design tools, you’ll take projects from concept through to final production and application. This is a role where you’ll see your work come to life in a real and tangible way, seen by millions of customers every year.

No two projects are the same, making it an ideal fit for creative individuals who enjoy digital design as well as hands-on work.

Our four-year apprenticeship combines formal training with our RTO partners, in-house learning and practical experience. You’ll build skills in digital design, large-scale printing, fabrication and installation, supported by an experienced team.

If you have an interest in design, enjoy creative problem solving and want to see your work come to life on aircraft and across the operation, this is a great pathway into aviation.

You’ll have –

• An interest in digital design, graphics or creative work
• A strong attention to detail and pride in producing high quality work
• Good manual dexterity and willingness to work hands - on
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Strong teamwork and communications skills
• Motivation to build a creative trade in aviation
• Australian Citizenship or hold Australian Permanent Residency Status
• 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.
• Build a career, not just a job: Qantas Engineering is known for long tenure and strong career pathways, giving you the opportunity to grow with structured on-the-job training within a large, high‑tech environment, and beyond.
• 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