AME

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Company Description We’re Jetstar. You may know us for our famous low fares, but did you also know that we’ve flown more than 400 million customers since we launched in Australia in 2004? In fact, each week we operate around 3,000 flights to nearly 40 destinations across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific. We also operate a fleet of more than 80 aircraft, including state-of-the-art Airbus A320/21 NEO aircraft and the Airbus A320 family and Boeing 787-8s. Every day we enable more people to takeoff to more places, more often. Impressive numbers? What's even more impressive is the team of extraordinary people taking off together day in day out, flight after flight. Our people are the real jet stars! Job Description Perfect time to join a team that values you and strives for excellence everyday Full time, permanent night shift opportunity at Christchurch Airport Take off with exclusive employee perks, including our world-class staff travel program Jetstar Engineering: A team that takes off together We rely on our engineers to deliver our superior safety standards, up to the second. They’re the trouble-shooters, glitch-fixers and tech-experts who make sure we take to the sky safely. Helping our teammates soar is what we’re all about, and with a new fleet of state-of-the-art aircraft, plus new routes being added, the sky’s the limit. Ready for your next adventure? Your new role as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) will see you delivering high-quality maintenance and rectification services while ensuring strict adherence to WHS and Quality policies and procedures. You’ll work closely with specialist teams, applying excellent engineering standards built on a foundation of safety, reliability, and service. Reporting to the Line Maintenance Manager, you will carry out maintenance on company aircraft, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and on time. You’ll oversee quality control for aircraft presentation upon completion of maintenance and prior to release. Compliance with Jetstar’s Safety Management System, training, and regulatory requirements is essential. This role also requires flexibility to work at other ports, including international locations, and to build strong working relationships with contractors and external service providers. We’re on the hunt for someone who: Has completed a Level 4 Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering/Certificate IV in Aeroskills (AU or NZ equivalent) Line maintenance experience with the following aircraft types: A320/1, B787, B737 Has excellent time management skills and a proven ability to effectively manage self and others Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Has a proven commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement initiatives Has proven problem-solving skills and the ability to handle competing demands, particularly when under pressure and/or managing multiple stakeholders Holds a valid driving licence and ability to obtain an Airside Drivers Licence Willing and able to hold a Qantas group-issued ASIC (Aviation Security Identification Card) Willing and able to successfully pass a Pre-Employment Medical test prior to commencement Ability to work permanent night shift 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. Your life at Jetstar is unlike any other Live the travel dream: You and your nominated travel companions can takeoff 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 takeoff 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 takeoff with us. If you have support or access requirements, just reach out and let us know what you need. We’re Jetstar. Let’s takeoff together We can’t wait to hear from you. Apply by Monday 8th June 2026. Qualifications Additional Information Videos To Watch