Duty Technical Manager
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Job Summary
Exciting role with the opportunity to make an impact on continuing airworthiness requirements for our fleet of Turbo Prop Dash 8 current and new regional jet fleets
Together well achieve results in a highly regulated environment
Permanent full-time shiftwork position available based in Sydney
Attractive salary benefits
QantasLink is part of the Qantas group and plays an important role in connecting communities and industries. We provide aircraft technical support to both internal and external customers operating Dash 8s and the newly delivered and growing A220 fleet.
Safety is our first priority. Our organisational wide commitment means every individual takes responsibility for creating a safe and healthy workplace for our customers suppliers assets operations and the wider community.
Reporting to the Manager Airworthiness Operations this is a unique opportunity to be part of a newly expanded Maintenance Watch team as a Duty Technical Manager. In this business-critical role you will be responsible for managing CAMO oversight of fleet Airworthiness through reporting assessment and management of rectification / deferral of defects as necessary to support the operation.
Using your proven technical experience you will operate closely with Aircraft Maintenance Organisations other engineering departments the Regional Operations Control team and Flying operations teams to safely achieve our on-time performance targets and minimise the duration of Engineering related AOG events.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain operation and reliability of fleet and defect management
Ensure the safe compliant and cost-effective execution of all maintenance relating to the fleets under their control including necessary oversight and decision rights related to the services provided to the CAMO by the various AMOs supporting the maintenance operation
Monitor disruptions and estimates of rectification timeframes downtime and provides information and alternative return to service outcomes ensuring perceived risks are addressed
Work closely with QantasLink Planning internal and external AMOs Regional Operation Control teams and Flying Operations Leadership in order to achieve optimum operational outcomes for the business and proactively minimise delays and protect on-time performance
Ensure compliance with CAMO Exposition and Procedures
Act as a primary conduit between various P42 internal departments P145 providers and ROC for all aircraft airworthiness matters conferring with the Continuing Airworthiness Manager and CAMO Responsible Mangers as required
Decision rights (against ICA) and approval of on behalf of the CAMO for deferred aircraft defects
Monitor aircraft maintenance due and deferred defects daily ensuring open defects and MEL items are cleared in a timely fashion
Maintaining Daily Event Data of all significant events / requirements in TRAX
Monitoring the rectification of defects on delayed or potentially delayed flights and ensuring that estimated return to service times remain realistic
Maintain Log / reporting of all procedural or technical issues arising through the shift
Comply with Group Management Systems and Policy
Youll have:
Experience as a LAME B1 or B2 with a minimum of five years in a Line (desirable) or Base Maintenance environment or previous experience in a Maintenance Watch or Technical support environment
B1 or B2 LAME type rating on Dash 8 and/or B717 and/or A220 (desirable) or B1/B2 type rating on similar aircraft
Strategic and analytical thinker with proven problem-solving and time management skills particularly when under pressure
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within a team
Demonstrated commitment to safety quality and process compliance
Experience with the management of AOG Recovery of aircraft
Ability to work as part of a team to produce safe compliant and desirable outcomes on behalf of the business
Ability to adapt with a focus on the big picture when it comes to problem solving
High level of Microsoft Office literacy
If the Company assesses that your appointment to the advertised role could result in a transfer of business risk then the Company may choose to not proceed with your application any further.
Please note:
Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
Were committed to helping you build your career. With the support of your manager lets start a conversation about making your next move.
Applications close: Friday 13th of February 2026
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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- Employee Relations
- Leadership skills
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- Management Experience
- Microsoft Outlook
- Warehouse Management
- Business Management
- Rota Management
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- MRP
About Company
Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australias largest domestic and international airline. The Qantas Group's main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands Qantas and Jetstar operating regional, ... View more
