Deputy Senior Base Engineer

About Toll Group

At Toll we do more than just logistics - we move the businesses that move the world. Our 16000 team members can help solve any logistics transport or supply chain challenge big or small. We have been supporting our customers for more than 130 years. Today we support more than 20000 customers worldwide with 500 sites in 27 markets and a forwarding network spanning 150 countries. We are proudly part of Japan Post

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Senior Base Engineer (Deputy SBE) to support engineering leadership at our Mascot fixed-wing base. This is a critical leadership position that provides senior engineering oversight during the afternoon operational period ensuring safe compliant and efficient delivery of base maintenance activities.
Working closely with the Senior Base Engineer (SBE) the Deputy SBE plays a hands-on role in coordinating aircraft undergoing base maintenance managing priorities and providing real-time technical and operational leadership. The role ensures continuity of decision-making reduces operational risk and supports high-tempo maintenance operations aligned with customer and regulatory expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day coordination and oversight of aircraft during base maintenance
Manage maintenance workflow priorities to ensure efficient progression of work
Support and participate in technical decision-making and defect triage
Coordinate closely with engineering teams planning logistics and support functions
Ensure maintenance documentation and compliance requirements are met throughout the maintenance cycle
Provide on-the-floor engineering leadership during the afternoon operational period
Support effective handover and continuity of engineering oversight across shifts
Mentor and supervise engineers promoting quality safety and regulatory compliance
Act as a senior engineering point of contact for operational and customer queries as required

About You
You are an experienced licensed aircraft maintenance engineer with a strong operational background and demonstrated leadership capability. You are confident in making technical decisions comfortable operating in high-tempo environments and committed to safety and compliance.
Current aircraft maintenance licence and relevant type experience
Significant experience in base maintenance operations
Proven ability to lead and coordinate engineering teams
Strong knowledge of Australian aviation regulatory requirements
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A proactive solutions-focused approach to operational challenges

Why Join Us

Play a key leadership role during the most operationally critical part of the day
Be part of a resilient and well-structured engineering leadership model
Work within a collaborative safety-focused aviation environment
Remuneration positioned above LAME pay grades (Grade O5) reflecting leadership accountability
MondayFriday roster with no shift penalties

What moves you

At Toll you can help play a vital role in delivering what matters. From food fuel medicine and rescue services we keep businesses and communities thriving. Every day brings change. We see that as an opportunity. To be curious. To ask the right questions. And build meaningful connections. Because finding new ways to solve problems is what we do. With a bold vision to expand our global reach our 16000 people bring a passion for progress. We collaborate in friendly caring teams supported by approachable leaders who give us the autonomy to quickly make decisions with impact. Learn and grow with industry-leading training alongside talented experts. Feel empowered to take on diverse challenges and new responsibilities to move you our customers and our world further.

Are you excited about this role but are concerned you dont meet all the requirements If you have similar skills and are willing to learn then we encourage you to apply anyway. We know that some people hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Toll we value a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre interested in this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly then please talk to us you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles we have coming up.

At Toll everyone is welcome including those of all ages ethnicities genders and abilities.

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