Skills
Aircraft line maintenance
Dash 8 Q400 maintenance
Aircraft troubleshooting
Defect rectification
Aircraft inspections
Component replacement
Maintenance documentation
CASA regulatory compliance
Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical)
Australian working rights
Current ASIC
Current AOD
Australian driver's licence
Technical English communication
De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q400
CASA
Summary
An experienced B1 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer is sought for hands-on line maintenance of a regional turboprop fleet. You will perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, defect rectification, component installations, and detailed documentation within a tightly regulated aviation environment. The role offers a stable three-night-per-week schedule and access to professional licensing and training support. Applicants must already be based in the required Australian city and hold full Australian work rights.
Highlights
Hands-on aviation maintenance opportunity with a structured night-shift schedule, specialist engineering support, access to aircraft maintenance training and licensing pathways, and a professional regulated line-maintenance environment.
Description
Quick Overview
Role: B1 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)
City/Airport: Sydney (YSSY), NSW
Aircraft: De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q400 family
Shift: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday | Permanent Night Shift
Work Type: Line Maintenance
Terms: Permanent | 12-Month Fixed Term
Fast Response: Hear Back in 7 Days
Role Description
We are seeking an experienced B1 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to support ongoing Q400 fleet health activities in Sydney.
Working within a professional line maintenance environment, you will perform scheduled and unscheduled mechanical maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, defect rectification and component replacement while ensuring compliance with CASA regulations and company procedures.
This is a permanent Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday night shift position for an initial 12-month period.
Candidates must already be Sydney-based, with no relocation assistance or FIFO available.
An August commencement, or as soon as onboarding is completed, is preferred.
You will:
- Perform line maintenance on the Dash 8 Q400 fleet
- Troubleshoot and rectify aircraft defects
- Complete inspections, repairs and component installations
- Maintain accurate maintenance documentation
- Work safely within a regulated operational environment
- Collaborate closely with engineering and maintenance teams
Why Apply Through Sigma Aerospace Workforce?
Fast Turnaround & Confirmation:
Our team has direct contact with engineering leaders and hiring managers, allowing quality applications to be reviewed quickly without lengthy recruitment delays.
Integrated Aircraft Maintenance Training & Licencing:
Sigma Aerospace College supports aircraft engineers with practical pathways for exclusion removal, multi-category licencing, type ratings and licence requalification.
Market Knowledge:
We work with engineers, airlines and maintenance organisations across the Asia-Pacific and understand current industry requirements, market conditions and career pathways.
Dedicated Support Team:
Our aviation recruitment specialists understand aircraft maintenance and provide practical support throughout the recruitment process.
Essential Requirements
Required Role Experience:
Recent line maintenance experience on the De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Q400 is essential.
Maintenance Qualification / Licence:
Certificate IV in Aeroskills (Mechanical) with relevant Q400 maintenance experience.
Work Rights:
Must have full Australian working rights.
Location / Availability:
Must already be Sydney-based.
Relocation assistance and FIFO are not available.
Available to commence in August or as soon as onboarding is complete.
Additional Requirements:
Current ASIC
Current AOD
Valid Australian Driver's Licence
Skills:
Strong troubleshooting ability, defect rectification, documentation discipline, operational awareness and excellent spoken English with clear technical communication skills.
Attitude:
Safety focused, reliable, proactive, strong communicator, team player and committed to following procedures.
Role Benefits
Permanent 12-month opportunity
Permanent Tuesday to Thursday night shift
Sydney line maintenance environment
Supportive aviation specialist recruitment team
About Sigma Aerospace Workforce
Sigma's Workforce division is Australia's leading provider of direct recruitment, contingent labour and on-hire labour for Commercial Aviation, General Aviation and Defence.
We source engineers and place them directly into roles with airlines, AMOs and MROs, as well as providing contracted workforce capability when operators need surge capacity.
Our wider group also undertakes line and heavy maintenance services in-house.
Sigma Aerospace Group is one of Australia's most trusted independent aviation groups, combining aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul, engineer training and workforce solutions under one roof.
With operations across multiple states, CASA and ASQA approvals, and a proven track record supporting airlines, Defence suppliers and major operators, Sigma is known for being technically capable, responsive and delivery focused.
Contact
Phone:
02 7250 6186 โ Elaine
02 9137 6831 โ Jessica
02 4072 6121 โ Allan
02 4072 5965 โ James
Email:
careers@sigmaaerospace.com.au
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