Manager Technical Operations

Network Aviation is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Qantas Group, providing high-capacity air charter and regular passenger transport services. We operate a fleet of aircraft from our base at Perth Airport. We specialise in mining industry support, regional airline services, routine and emergency freight and corporate charter flying.

Your new role as Manager Technical Operations, will see you responsible for the management of engineering technical operations including maintenance planning and technical records, maintenance operations and engineering support systems. You will be responsible for the management of Maintenance Watch and Maintenance Planning for the Network fleet of F100 & A320 aircraft. This includes maintaining technical and engineering oversight of daily operations, disruption recovery, defect rectification and compliance control.

This position will hold responsibility to CASA as a “Responsible Manager” under CASR Part 42 for the management of Maintenance Records, Data Integrity and MIS system including access/security. You will also have the responsibility to act on behalf of the AOC to ensure the safe, compliant and cost-effective execution of all maintenance relating to the fleet.

You’ll have –

• 10 years’ experience working in the aviation industry
• Degree in Business, Engineering or an Aviation related discipline is desirable (minimum to meet CASA Form 4 requirements)
• Demonstrated experience in fleet health monitoring and predictive maintenance management systems
• Experience in strategy development and implementation
• Proven people leadership experience with the ability to develop high performing, engaged teams
• Ability to analyse and review data to identify trends and develop strategies and processes
• Strong project management and process improvement experience
• Working knowledge of Part 42 & 145 regulations and expositions
• Strong written and oral interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to build strong and durable relationships

Why Qantas?  

You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully. 

There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. 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. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on-the-job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.  

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

• We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including up to 18 weeks paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees. 
• 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.
• We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships. 
• 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 is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.  We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.  Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation. 

Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story – get in touch today. 

Applications close: 7th November 2025