Engineering Manager

Description

Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a regulatory leadership position responsible for maintaining the company’s Part 145 Maintenance Certificate and ensuring all maintenance, airworthiness, and technical standards meet CASA PNG and organisational requirements.

Live and lead in PNG’s aviation hub. Manage Part 145 operations with housing, vehicle, and travel benefits.

• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and company manuals
• Oversight of aircraft maintenance planning and defect rectification
• Reporting to the CEO on engineering performance, safety, and compliance
• Lead a CASA-approved Part 145 Maintenance Organisation overseeing a multi-aircraft fleet
• Managing budgets, procurement, tooling, and facilities
• Shape safety, compliance, and technical excellence for a leading Pacific aviation operator
• Leading a skilled technical workforce and authorising maintenance staff

Requirements

You are an experienced aviation engineering professional with the leadership capability to manage a Maintenance & Repair Organisation (MRO) and uphold world-class standards of safety and performance.

Aircraft types include: Twin Otter DHC6-300, Cessna 525B CJ3, Cessna 208B Caravan, and Beechcraft King Air B200.

• Eligibility to meet CASA PNG’s Fit & Proper Person criteria
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, audits, and compliance programs
• Experience on one or more of the listed aircraft types (preferred)
• Proven experience managing a complex AOC or maintenance organisation
• Strong regulatory knowledge and familiarity with CARs and MCM requirements

Benefits

• Competitive salary (AUD-based, paid monthly in PGK)
• Annual leave travel assistance
• Long-term opportunity with a respected and stable aviation employer
• Fully provided housing and company vehicle
• Attractive expat package including housing, vehicle, and travel benefits
• Access to salary sacrifice for housing and schooling fees

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance