Engineering Apprentice

About the Company

Building on more than 100 years of history and experience, QantasLink is a consolidated network of regional airlines that connects passengers and communities across Australia. Operating as an end-to-end airline, QantasLink harnesses the strength of its regional partnerships to provide meaningful career paths for its more than 2,500 people.

Responsibilities

Depending on the chosen trade, responsibilities include:

• Mechanical: Maintaining, inspecting, and undertaking fault diagnosis of airframe, engine systems, and mechanical components such as undercarriage, wheels, brakes, and hydraulic systems.
• Avionics: Maintaining, inspecting, and undertaking fault diagnostics of electrical, instrument, and radio systems, including power generation, autopilot, and communication systems.
• Structures: Maintaining, inspecting, and performing modifications and repairs to aircraft metallic and composite structures (Fiberglass, Carbon fiber, Kevlar).

Requirements

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Good manual dexterity with hand tools
• Proactive attitude toward safe work practices
• Exceptional teamwork and communication skills
• Australian Citizenship or Australian Permanent Residency
• Ability to work all shift patterns
• Availability to start from early 2027

Benefits

• Zero student debt: Company pays for apprentice courses and accreditations
• Earn an income while learning through a regular salary
• Heavily discounted air travel for you, family, and friends
• Structured career path to qualified engineer status
• Flexible leave options and parental leave
• Wellbeing support including mental health resources and nutrition plans