ABOUT COULSON AVIATION AUSTRALIA

Coulson Aviation Australia is a subsidiary of global aerial firefighting company Coulson Aviation and supports Australian States and Emergency Service Organisations with the provision of aircraft and experienced team members.

Coulson Aviation operates across the world with a fleet of large aerial firefighting assets consisting of both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft. With our fleet of Boeing 737 FIRELINERS™, C-130 Hercules fire bombers, Citations, CH47D Chinooks, UH60 Blackhawks, Sikorsky and Bell 412 helicopters we can run rapid aerial fire suppression, including initial attack and extended attack protocols.

Coulson Aviation Australia also operate and manage New South Wales Rural Fire Service-owned aircraft in all aspects of maintenance, fleet support systems and management, and operating personnel.

For more information about Coulson Aviation Australia visit www.coulsonaviation.com.au

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, and self-motivated Senior Engineer (Part 145 Responsible Manager) to join our Fixed Wing operations at our Richmond Base in New South Wales, Australia.

The Senior Engineer (Part 145 Responsible Manager) shall possess demonstrated supervisory experience and will be responsible for supervising and leading the fixed wing engineering team. Other duties will be include certifying for aircraft maintenance.

The right candidate will have the ability to work in a team environment conducting aerial firefighting and flood response, crew/equipment transport, reconnaissance, search and rescue, disaster mitigation and related operations in support of emergency services. They must have a strong focus on safety and customer service.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Aircraft Maintenance - Carry out maintenance on aircraft for which they are suitably licensed including the certification/coordination for maintenance carried out and/or coordinated by themselves, AME’s and Apprentices.
• Training Activities – provide on the job training and direct supervision of unlicensed AMEs and apprentices under their control.
• Aircraft component and aircraft materials activities
• Manage the ordering of spares, components and materials as required for a specific maintenance task. Ensure all tools and equipment meet calibration requirements and are in good working order prior to use, including operational equipment.
• Supervision – provide ongoing mentoring and coaching to staff to meet department goals
• Troubleshoot aircraft structural, mechanical or hydraulic systems to identify problems and adjust and repair systems according to current data and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA).
• Records Management – Ensure that work sheets, logs, tracking updates and other required records are complete and submitted in a timely manner.
• The right to live and work in Australia
• Vehicle Drivers Licence
• Ability to obtain an Australian Class 2 Medical
• Excellent crew resource management and communication skills.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience holding the position of a Part 145 Responsible Manger or have the experience to be approved by CASA to hold the position.

• 3 years maintenance experience on either B737- 300, Citation V Airplanes, or other Business Jets
• 2 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity
• 1 year experience training AMEs and Apprentices
• Advanced Technical Writing Skills
• Previous experience using Computerized Aircraft Maintenance Program (CAMP)
• Review all technical training requirements for the B737- 300 and Citation V aircraft and work directly with the Chief Engineer to develop training plans as needed

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Rotary wing aircraft experience, preferably on Bell 412
• Aircraft maintenance experience in aerial firefighting environment preferred
• Aircraft maintenance experience in remote/field locations
• Communicates effectively
• Demonstrates flexibility and resilience
• Exercises good judgment and makes effective, sound, timely and informed decisions