A family legacy continued at the hangar
My parents met at Qantas in 1967. Dad was an apprentice, and Mum was working in production planning in Hangar 96. So, I’ve been around aircraft my whole life. Dad flew light planes and got his hot air balloon licence when I was a kid. He and I were inseparable, so it was natural I’d follow him into aviation. We’re a real Qantas family; my sister is married to an engineer and his dad was an engineer, too.
I did two weeks work experience in 1992, then applied each year but didn’t get in, which makes sense – I wasn’t even 18! I started working here in 1995 and, 29 years on, I still love it. Every day is different. I could be over at the international terminal checking arriving aircraft. We get onboard, fix anything that needs it, like a seat or a reading light. We might be changing a tyre. Some days could be doing maintenance on aircraft that are on the ground, which could be anything up to changing over an engine. Another day I might be moving aircraft in and out of hangars and to the gates.
Engineers are amazing – I don’t think we’re like anyone else.
Everyone I work with is so passionate and particular and
they have incredible attention to detail. It’s such an exciting
time with all of the new aircraft we have coming. I’d say to
anyone thinking of a career in aviation to just go for it. It’s
an incredible industry and an engineering background can
take you just about anywhere in aviation. The people are
clever, you’ll learn heaps and you’ll become part of a family.
There’s nowhere else I’d rather be.
Mel Korotki
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur. Lacus dolor cras sed.
Latest Posts
Teaser
The Spirit of QantasContent Type
PostsPublish date
10/23/2024
Summary
Dana is Cabin Crew Training Manager at QantasLink and National Jet Systems. She is also a dedicated member of the Aviation Safety Training Working Group. Where did your career at Qantas
Teaser
Early CareersContent Type
PostsPublish date
10/20/2024
Summary
Oscar began the Graduate Program in 2019 in the Data and Analytics stream. He now works as a Strategic Insights Manager in Qantas Loyalty. Why did you choose the Qantas Graduate Program? The progr
Teaser
Early CareersContent Type
PostsPublish date
10/20/2024
Summary
Ben joined the Graduate Program in 2018 in the Finance stream. He now works as a Manager in the Network and Alliance team. Why did you choose the Qantas Graduate Program? I chose the Qantas Grad P
Teaser
Early CareersContent Type
PostsPublish date
10/20/2024
Summary
Taylor began the Graduate Program in 2018 in the General stream. She now works as a Program Manager in the Employee Wellbeing and Mental Health team. Why did you choose the Qantas Graduate Program?
Teaser
Customer ServiceContent Type
PostsPublish date
09/18/2024
Summary
When you come into the Qantas Lounge, the first thing we want you to see is a big smile. It’s always nice to be greeted by a familiar face – some of our Frequent Flyers come in two or t
Teaser
PilotsContent Type
PostsPublish date
09/18/2024
Summary
I love being a pilot. It takes a lot of work to get here and there’s a lot of responsibility on you. It can be high pressure but it’s rewarding to develop yourself professionally, opera
Teaser
The Spirit of QantasContent Type
PostsPublish date
09/18/2024
Summary
I’ve been here for 20 years. I started as a QantasLink flight attendant, then moved into cabin crew training. I’ve worked in emergency planning, with our corporate sales and agency par
Teaser
EngineeringContent Type
PostsPublish date
09/18/2024
Summary
I grew up in Zambia and when I was in Year 5, I visited an airport for the first time, I saw my first plane and I didn't want to go home! The little town I grew up in had a small airport,
Teaser
Customer ServiceContent Type
PostsPublish date
09/18/2024
Summary
People travel for all sorts of reasons and it's great to be a part of that; helping them get away on their journey or welcoming them back when they get home is really rewarding.On a typic
Teaser
QantasLinkContent Type
PostsPublish date
09/18/2024
Summary
I feel like it's a real honour to connect the regions to the city and also to the world. We might be the starting point of someone's amazing journey overseas or we might be flying to More
Related roles
Salary
Location
Melbourne
Location
Melbourne
Entities
Jetstar Airways Pty Ltd
Type of Employment
Full-time
Brand
Jetstar
Job Type
Fixed term
Business Function
Human Resources
Description
Jetstar thrives on innovation. We're looking for a dynamic and proactive project professional to help our business work smarter and more efficiently. You will be encouraged to think innovatively and d
Reference
8ca8d030-8877-452f-b618-f7c60700d6c8
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Melbourne
Location
Melbourne
Entities
Jetstar Airways Pty Ltd
Type of Employment
Full-time
Brand
Jetstar
Job Type
Permanent
Business Function
Marketing
Description
Jetstar thrives on innovation! We are always looking to employ ambitious and proactive professionals to help our business work smarter and more efficiently. You will be encouraged to think innovativel
Reference
94a7d02b-3c31-4481-ad5f-971edfced9e3
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Sydney
Location
Sydney
Entities
Qantas Airways Limited
Type of Employment
Full-time
Brand
Qantas
Job Type
Permanent
Business Function
Operations & Safety
Description
Challenge yourself in a role within a supportive team environment Permanent Full Time positions, with a 7-day rotating roster Located at the Sydney Distribution Centre, MascotEmbracing the spirit of A
Reference
b6caa19e-1633-4307-b163-60ccace1b271
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Sydney
Location
Sydney
Entities
Qantas Airways Limited
Type of Employment
Full-time
Brand
Qantas
Job Type
Permanent
Business Function
Support Functions
Description
Challenge yourself in this specialised analytical position Dispatch, Navigation or Business Support experience highly desirable Full-time permanent position based at our Mascot, Sydney CampusWhile we
Reference
6cb82b15-7a50-4ada-a23a-c962ea9e231e
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Sydney
Location
Sydney
Entities
Qantas Airways Limited
Type of Employment
Full-time
Brand
Qantas
Job Type
Permanent
Business Function
Strategy & Commercial Planning
Description
Challenge yourself to lead strategic property footprint planning across the Qantas networkTake the opportunity to engage and influence a diverse range of senior stakeholders while delivering workspace
Reference
3dd62cb6-cf31-4263-9956-46933a8ef4a7
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Sydney
Location
Sydney
Entities
Qantas Airways Limited
Type of Employment
Full-time
Brand
Qantas
Job Type
Fixed term
Business Function
Operations & Safety
Description
15 months Fixed Term position, located at our Mascot Campus, SydneyCritical role to assist with ensuring we deliver to our customers on both the International and Domestic NetworkGreat team environmen
Reference
98cbadbe-71f9-476d-8f11-e0e31b364ce9
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Sydney
Location
Sydney
Entities
Qantas Airways Limited
Type of Employment
Full-time
Brand
Qantas
Job Type
Permanent
Business Function
Support Functions
Description
Challenge yourself to manage the full range maintenance for all tasks associated with training equipment and facilitiesTogether we can deliver reliable Flight Simulators and Flight training equipmentF
Reference
11e8625c-356d-4cc6-afb8-27b3001cff7d
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Sydney
Location
Sydney
Entities
Qantas Airways Limited
Type of Employment
Full-time
Brand
Qantas
Job Type
Permanent
Business Function
Operations & Safety
Description
Challenge yourself to a people leadership role in Workforce Planning7-day rotational shift rosterFull-time permanent position based at Mascot Corporate Campus and Sydney AirportToday, we’re busy plann
Reference
4e3bac14-51ff-423e-9d04-62246337eb10
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Sydney
Location
Sydney
Entities
Eastern Australia Airlines Pty Limited
Type of Employment
Full-time
Brand
Qantaslink
Job Type
Permanent
Business Function
Audit & Risk
Description
Challenge yourself to a dynamic and stakeholder heavy role within the QantasLink Airports Standards and Compliance TeamTogether we drive positive business outcomesFull-time, permanent opportunity – op
Reference
f0d9bd9b-8e3d-4118-a231-24b989c97a11
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Melbourne
Location
Melbourne
Entities
Jetstar Airways Pty Ltd
Type of Employment
Full-time
Brand
Jetstar
Job Type
Permanent
Business Function
Operations & Safety
Description
Be a part of our Jetstar Operations Leadership TeamDeliver leadership to our Operations Delivery, Operations Control Centre and Workforce Planning TeamsLive the travel dream with immediate access to o
Reference
2b00d5a1-fe91-4329-9080-fae26ed281f1
Expiry Date
01/01/0001