Maintenance Controller

• Play a critical role in aviation safety ensuring worldclass simulator reliability and CASA compliance 
• Lead complex highvalue assets in a technically advanced flight training environment 
• Make real operational impact supporting safe and effective pilot and crew training outcomes 
• Opportunites avaliable in Syndey and Melbourne

At Qantas we understand our priorities and what needs to be delivered taking the initiative to keep things moving. Navigating through our complex work environment we bring teams and individuals together to deliver on our customers expectations. 

Taking ownership is critical. Whether were working individually or as a group we challenge ourselves to make progress and deliver results. We wont settle for anything less than the best outcome. 

As a Maintenance Controller you will be responsible for the safety reliability and regulatory compliance of simulator assets across the port. You will implement and maintain maintenance policies and procedures while ensuring all activities meet CASA requirements and manufacturer standards. 

You will coordinate and lead corrective and preventative maintenance activities including fault rectification overhaul repair and system modifications. The role requires handson technical input across electronic electrical mechanical hydraulic pneumatic and software systems. 

A key part of the role is providing expert technical guidance to resolve longer-term reliability issues and support multiple simulation and aircraft systems. You will oversee maintenance activity across the port to minimise downtime protect asset reliability and support safe effective training operations. 

To be successful youll have: 

• An Advanced Diploma of Electrical Engineering (or equivalent qualification) 
• Strong aircraft systems knowledge from both Flight Crew and Aircraft Maintenance Engineer perspectives including maintenance of Emergency Procedures (EP) equipment and door trainers across multiple aircraft types (A220 A321 A330 A350 A380 B737 and extended door trainers for A330 B737 and B787). 
• Experience in technical purchasing and provision of maintenance services to support operational outcomes 
• Demonstrated ability to read interpret and understand technical schematics for effective troubleshooting. 
• Solid understanding of planning purchasing and inventory control principles 
• Proven ability to delegate effectively prioritise work and manage maintenance activities 
• Experience building and maintaining effective relationships with commercial partners and suppliers 
• Ability to think holistically and link technical decisions to financial and operational outcomes 
• Demonstrated success integrating maintenance operational safety and cost considerations to improve efficiency 
• Ability to perform under time and volume pressure while delivering reliable operational outcomes 
• Clear and confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills including facilitating monthly status meetings with key stakeholders. 
• High attention to detail with a hands-on operational mindset 

Why the Qantas Group      

Youll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully. 

There are many different opportunities across our team which means youll be able to grow both personally and professionally at the Qantas Group. Your development is a priority for us so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. Youll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role weve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions the destinations are endless.      

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.      

• We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees. 
• Well give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping food and wine insurance health and wellbeing leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships. 
• Well support your wellbeing: Whether its learning to better support your own and others mental health our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan. 
• We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe both for you and your family and friends as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.    

Qantas are equal opportunity employers so by coming to work for us youll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. 
 
Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story get in touch today. 

Applications close Wednesday 22 April 2026 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time