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Engineering Base Manager

Aviation • Bankstown, New South Wales 2200, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Hold CASA Part 66 LAME licence (B1.1, B1.3 or B2 on B200, B400 or H145 aircraft).
  • Proven management background in an aviation base/hangar environment.
  • Experience leading and supervising engineers, engineering apprentices and administration staff.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Mid-level Senior

Description

  • Competitive Salary + Generous Salary Packaging
  • Permanent Full-Time Position
  • Bankstown Airport location


About CareFlight

CareFlight is an Australian “for purpose” aeromedical organisation voted consistently as one of Australia’s most trusted Brands. Our mission is to save lives, speed recovery and serve the community through delivering our charitable social purpose.

Proudly a 2023 HRD 5 Star Employer of Choice, we operate across Australia, with major base locations in NSW, and the NT. Our specially trained doctors, nurses and aircrew use helicopters, turbo prop aircraft, aeromedical jets and patient transport vehicles to provide critical support to over 8,500 patients each year. We also deploy medical professionals and aircraft in support of defence, government and commercial contracts, and energy and resource sector sites.

 

The role

Reporting to the Head of Maintenance, you will lead a dedicated team of Engineers as well Engineering Apprentices and Administration professionals.  Your key objectives will be to ensure the highest possible standard of aircraft maintenance, as well as prudent financial management in all considerations in the maintenance of the aircraft.

Other key responsibilities include (but not limited to):

  • Liaising with the Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation (CAMO) to achieve efficient planning outcomes, aircraft safety and aircraft airworthiness
  • Supervision of maintenance staff and management of work procedures to ensure maintenance is thorough and meets required standard in a timely manner
  • Ensuring workshop facilities, equipment and tooling are appropriate to task and maintained to the required standard
  • Ensuring Maintenance Data and relevant CARs, CAOs and ICAs are available, accessible and maintained to the latest revision
  • Liaising with CASA on airworthiness matters (on behalf of the Head of Maintenance) and ensuring CASA surveillance requirements are met with reports noted and actioned as necessary.
  • Ensuring all CareFlight maintenance and certification records are completed IAW with CareFlight’s Maintenance Procedures and Control Manuals and submitted to CAMO for document retention
  • Ensuring all LAMEs and contractors employed by CareFlight are inducted in accordance with company procedures and meet CASA requirements, prior to working on CareFlight operated aircraft

About you

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • CASA Part 66 LAME licence in one or more of the following categories and sub-categories.  B1.1, B1.3 or B2 licences on B200, B400 or H145 aircraft.
  • A successful background in management in an aviation base/hangar environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to function effectively as a leader and team member in a critical environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate and foster relationships across a diverse group of employees.
  • Strong communication, planning and organisation skills.
  • Proven time management problem solving and decision-making skills.
  • Proven consultation, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Knowledge and commitment to the promotion and implementation of Safety Management System & WH&S policies and practices.
  • Strong IT skills.

The following will be highly regarded:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Project, Aviation or Business Management

How to apply 

  If you would like to be part of our team, you can apply using the link below. Please ensure you attach a current resume and covering letter that addresses the role’s essential criteria. Applications for this opportunity will close on Wednesday 20th May 2026

For additional information, please contact recruitment@careflight.org 

CareFlight values diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.

All employees must comply with CareFlight’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP) as required by CASA and may be subject to random workplace testing. Criminal Record and Working with Children Checks also apply.

CareFlight: ‘The next life we save could be yours’

Company Overview

CareFlight is an Australian aeromedical charity with a mission to save lives, speed recovery and serve the community.