B1 LAME Engineer

Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Lee Margerum

Contact email: leem@talent-aligned.com.au
Job ref: 52
Published: 10 days ago

B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Q400 or F100)
Location: Cairns, QLD
Employment Type: Permanent & Contract (Flexible Rosters Available)

The Opportunity
A well-established regional maintenance organisation is expanding its Cairns facility and is looking for CASA Part 66 B1 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to join its growing team. You'll be supporting a mixed fleet of turboprop aircraft.
With Q400 type training available for successful applicants, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic maintenance operation in a newly upgraded facility in Tropical North Queensland.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on airframe and mechanical systems in accordance with Part 145 and MOE procedures.

  • Troubleshoot, rectify, and certify defects on engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, landing gear, and related systems.

  • Complete all documentation and maintenance records accurately and in a timely manner.

  • Coordinate with planners, B2 engineers, and supply chain to meet maintenance and release deadlines.

  • Maintain strict adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Essential Requirements

  • Current CASA Part 66 B1.1 licence (or ICAO licence convertible to CASA).

  • Recent hands-on experience on pressurised transport-category turboprop or regional jet aircraft.

  • Strong understanding of mechanical systems and relevant regulatory requirements.

  • Proven ability to work within a collaborative team environment.

  • High level of attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Desirable

  • Previous experience working on Q400 aircraft (type differences training available).

  • Familiarity with Part 145 maintenance information systems.

  • Willingness to relocate to Cairns (relocation support offered).

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary under a revised Enterprise Agreement.

  • Q400 type training provided to eligible engineers.

  • Relocation assistance for interstate applicants as well as FIFO options available. 

  • Flexible roster options to suit lifestyle needs.

  • A long-term career opportunity in a supportive team and an idyllic tropical location.