Jetstar AME/LAME Vacancies, Sydney Airport

Your next opportunity to takeoff

We are pleased to introduce new vacancies available to join our high performing team in Sydney.  We are on the hunt for individuals who are logical, can see the big picture, and do not mind working in a fast-paced and sometimes unpredictable environment. We work in a dynamic environment and you will have the opportunity to be a key contributor to this team.

Employees in our Jetstar Engineering Maintenance Team are a critical part of our business and they:

• Carry out maintenance on company aircraft
• Ensure timely and correct completion of all work carried out
• Quality Control for aircraft presentation - upon completion of maintenance and prior to release
• Delivering quality and reliable maintenance and rectification services to a high standard Ensuring all WHS and Quality policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Comply with Jetstar’s Safety Management System
• Required to work at other ports (including international locations) as required
• Comply with all Jetstar training and compliance requirements
• Build and maintain a good working relationship with contractors and outside service providers

Subject to terms, full sponsorship and generous relocation support may be available for international candidates plus dependents interested in relocating to Sydney. 

Ready for your next adventure?

If you bring the following qualifications and experience and wish to relocate to Sydney, we would love to hear from you:

• A CASA (preferred) or EASA Part 66 B1 or B2 license. You will have previous certification experience as a B or A licenced engineer)
• Trade qualified in Mechanical, Avionics or Structures, experienced on A320 or similar aircraft
• Willingness and ability to work permanent nightshift  
• Willingness and ability to relocate for a permanent opportunity in Sydney with potential sponsorship
• Have excellent time management skills and a proven ability to effectively manage self and others
• A proven commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement initiatives
• Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to handle competing demands, particularly when under pressure and/or managing multiple stakeholders; and
• A valid driving licence and ability to obtain an Airside Drivers Licence

Leadership qualities, a strong work-ethic and an inclusive mindset are valued attributes, that will provide you with opportunities to extend yourself further within Jetstar. Taking ownership for your own performance, as well as that of your team is critical. Whether we’re working individually or as a group, we challenge ourselves to continually develop and deliver exceptional results.

We can’t wait to hear from you.  Please do not delay as these positions are highly sought after and external applications may close without notice.

Live the travel dream: You and your nominated travel companions can take-off more with our famous Qantas Group Staff Travel discount. 

Make work feel like a holiday: Join a fun, driven team where work feels like a holiday. Our people take every opportunity to take-off together and find ways to help their teammates soar.

There’s a place for everyone at Jetstar:  For us, travel and meeting new people go hand in hand. We invite our people to get involved in various Employee Network Groups that play an important role in creating our inclusive and supportive culture that we are fiercely proud of.  We believe that teams with a diversity of ideas and experiences are more creative, innovative and solve problems quickly.  We welcome applications from anyone who wants to take-off with us.  If you have support or access requirements, just reach out and let us know what you need.

We’re Jetstar.  Let’s take-off together.

Remuneration on offer:  All Jetstar Engineers in Australia are paid under the Jetstar Airways Engineering & Maintenance Enterprise Agreement 2023 which can be referenced HERE.

Minimum base salary for a qualified AME with under 2 years experience post Apprenticeship is $83,236 (excluding superannuation, overtime payments, allowances and potential bonuses plus heavily discounted staff travel fares for employees and limited beneficiaries).  Salary increases are subject to qualifications per Australian aviation regulations and per Jetstar’s Enterprise Agreement.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.