Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

About us

Texel Air Australasia is an expanding aviation company with a fleet of five aircraft and an ambitious growth plan for the future. Our Australian operations are growing rapidly, and we are seeking skilled and dedicated Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (LAME) to join our dynamic team. If you are passionate about aviation and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking and innovative company, we would love to hear from you!

About the role

You will be responsible for undertaking maintenance activities, under the Texel Air Part 145 exposition while supervising and managing the Aircraft Maintenance Engineers. This role will be based at the Darwin International Airport. 

Key accountabilities of this role include:

1. Ensure compliance with all NZCAA Rule Part 145 requirements and the company’s Exposition, policies and procedures.
2. Carry out aircraft maintenance tasks on the aircraft and its components as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
3. To ensure that all physical activity on the aircraft is performed to the appropriate standards and within the specified timeframes.
4. Actively participate to maintain reliability above 98.5%.
5. Reporting safety issues and concerns through the Texel Air safety reporting system.
6. This position will be subject to random alcohol and drug testing.

To be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate the following essential skills and experience:

1. Meet the requirements for the issue of a Texel Air Maintenance Authorisation on the B737-800.
2. Base and Line maintenance experience.
3. Attentive to detail and pragmatic in approach.
4. A competent communicator.
5. The ability to obtain an airport security clearance (ASIC).