Equipment Maintenance Specialist Featured

Location:	RAAF Base Amberley
Category:	Trade / Operations
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1940875
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Boeing Defence Australia

Equipment Maintenance Specialist

About Boeing Defence Australia

Boeing Defence Australia (BDA) is a leader in aerospace innovation, delivering critical capabilities to the Australian Defence Force (ADF). With a diverse and inclusive workforce, we are committed to growth, collaboration, and pushing the boundaries of excellence. Join us and make a lasting impact on national defence technology.

The Opportunity

Boeing Defence Australia is seeking a skilled and motivated Equipment Maintenance Specialist to join our Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services team supporting the Air Combat Electronic Attack (ACEA) Program based at RAAF Base Amberley.

In this role, you will manage and maintain Ground Support Equipment (GSE) critical to operational readiness. You will contribute heavily to PST & M (Product Support Training & Maintenance) activities, including maintenance, modification, calibration coordination, asset management, and safety compliance. This is a hands-on role requiring collaboration with multiple maintenance teams to ensure equipment integrity and mission success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance, inspection, and repair activities on a wide scope of GSE, ensuring operational availability and safety compliance.
• Manage maintenance schedules and calibration for GSE, Support and Test Equipment and tooling according to approved documentation and airworthiness standards.
• Conduct corrosion control and preventative maintenance inspections on GSE and plant equipment, including shipping containers.
• Utilise asset management systems to monitor equipment condition, track maintenance history and recommend improvements.
• Adherence to workplace health and safety policies, ensuring compliance with Environmental Health & Safety (EH & S) and Quality Assurance standards.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance, modification, and inspection activities in line with regulatory and Boeing standards.

Experience / Qualifications

• Australian trade level Certificate in a relevant mechanical, automotive, or GSE discipline is mandatory.
• Proven experience with vehicle and specialised GSE maintenance in aerospace, Defence, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems relevant to GSE.
• Proficiency with support equipment asset management or maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Experience with calibration and tooling inspection requirements.
• Physical fitness and capability to undertake manual labour, including working at heights and outdoor conditions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Sound knowledge of WH & S, Quality Assurance, and Environmental regulations.
• Current C class drivers licence; holders of heavy vehicle licenses, forklift licenses, or high-risk work licenses are highly desirable.
• Basic computer literacy including Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Negative Vetting 1 security clearance through the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA).

Security Clearance

The successful candidate will be required to complete and maintain government security clearance (Negative Vetting 1). Applicants must be willing and able to provide detailed background information covering their entire life history.

More information is available on the AGSVA website.

Culture and Benefits

• We embrace diversity. Be part of a vibrant and inclusive culture that values talent from all backgrounds.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Educational assistance for career and professional development.
• Salary packaging benefits.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including annual flu vaccinations and access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Incentive Program participation.
• Opportunities for global career mobility within Boeing.

How to apply

Click on the link and include a brief cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

Include a current CV that outlines your work history and qualifications.