Pel-Air Aviation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Regional Express (Rex), Australia's largest independent regional airline operating a fleet of more than 61 Saab aircraft and 7 Boeing to 58 destinations throughout Australia.
An excellent opportunity is available for a suitably qualified and experienced individual to join Pel-Air as a full-time B1 Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME), to be based in Perth, WA.
Reporting:
These positions will report directly to the Perth Senior Base Engineer.
Position Responsibilities:
1. Line maintenance, defect rectification support of REX/Pel-Air Perth network for SAAB operations.
2. Remote port rescue of REX/Pel-Air Perth network aircraft.
Selection Criteria:
3. Full category licence coverage and a valid company approval for B1 engine run and taxi approval, or able/willingness to attain approvals in the very near future.
4. Able to work a flexible 38-hour work week plus additional hours as required.
5. Availability for call-outs on weekends as required.
6. High level of engineering skill and fault finding ability.
7. SAAB knowledge desirable, but not essential
8. Ability to gain a SAAB type rating. Type course would be offered to candidates with required qualifications within 6-12 months. (Sign on bonus paid on receipt of SAAB type rating).
9. Participate in aircraft recovery when necessary.
10. Willingness to assist RAMP operations and stock control of aircraft parts and tools as required.
11. Ability to gain an ASIC.
12. A valid driver's licence, ability to gain an airside driver’s license
13. Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
14. A high level of motivation with a team-focused work ethic.
15. Potential to gain multiple type ratings on REX group aircraft
16. High quality AME’s should also apply.
Conditions:
Wage rates and conditions will be discussed with the successful applicants.
Sign on bonus for those with a SAAB type rating or upon gaining type rating. Type rating training will be provided