Trade Assistant

Skytek Pty Ltd s a leading maintenance, repair and overhaul organisation (MRO), specialising in fixed and rotary wing aircraft. We are seeking a Trade Assistant to join our team in Cairns, QLD .

The Trade Assistant will support Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (LAMEs), aircraft technicians, workshops, engineering departments and stores personnel with aircraft maintenance and general workshop activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist aircraft maintenance engineers with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities
• Pick, transport and distribute aircraft parts, tooling and consumables
• Support aircraft towing and ground handling activities
• Maintain hangar, workshop and maintenance areas in a clean and safe condition
• Assist with stores and inventory management
• Carry out minor facility repairs and basic maintenance tasks
• Assist with equipment inspections, servicing and maintenance documentation

Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude and ability to use hand and power tools
• Experience working in a trade, workshop, maintenance, engineering, mechanical, manufacturing or industrial environment
• Basic understanding of workplace safety systems
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance environments and procedures is desirable
• Current Forklift Licence
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• Ability to obtain or hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)
• Ability to pass Drug and Alcohol testing

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.