As the largest MRO, parts and aircraft sales company in New Zealand with the most diverse range of capabilities for all general aviation aircraft, we understand why you would be interested in joining our team and we welcome all applications. We are always on the hunt for passionate aviation professionals.
We have 9 facilities across New Zealand, over 190 staff and offer our clients an extensive range of services for their fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. Our mandate for continual improvement and growth not only applies to our services but to our team. So if you want to work for an innovative and supportive company, and believe you can add value to our team then scroll down to see what openings we have available.
Nothing there that quite fits? Not a problem. Talk to our HR Manager.
Following the departure of a long serving employee we have this opportunity for a hands-on hangar supervisor. It's a rare opportunity and will suit someone ready to ramp up their GA career and is passionate about running a successful hangar alongside a fantastic manager.
An experienced rated and licensed engineer with a solid GA background who is, at least, confident working on Piper, Cessna, Robinson, Bell and MD Helicopters.
As our hangar supervisor, you will be an excellent communicator and possess proven people management and training skills to lead your team of passionate engineers. We will choose you for your high standard of safety and compliance record, strong work ethic, respect and appreciation for efficient communication and your unmatched technical skills with suitable experience.
We will offer a competitive remuneration package and a promise to work in a stimulating environment!
If you have a passion for the aviation industry and love leading talented people, we'd like to hear from you, even if you may not be considering a change!
Please send your cover letter and CV to us via email.
We are seeking licensed (min 4-5 years General Aviation experience) and unlicensed (trainees/allied trades) Engineers to join our successful, fun and passionate team of aviation fanatics.
We seek motivated team players with a high level of technical ability, a strong work ethic with good communication skills, who can lead a team in the performance of quality maintenance to meet deadlines.
A good attitude towards personal and work place safety is essential. You will get an opportunity to work with a dynamic team in a productive and growth environment.
If you have a strong work ethic and are passionate about aviation, we'd love to hear from you.
We are in Ardmore and Northshore in Auckland, in Hamilton, in Dunedin, in Queenstown and in Nelson.
With at least 5 years of General Aviation experienced, you will have a NZ CAA (or equivalent or able to converted soon) AME license, with Aeroplane and Powerplant categories.
In order to carry out the work in this hangar, you will have Group 1, 2 and 4 Aeroplane Ratings, Group 1 and 2 Engine Ratings, TPE331 Engine Ratings will be an advantage but not critical.
We will choose you for your high standard of safety and compliance record, strong work ethic, respect and appreciation for efficient communication and your unmatched technical skills with suitable experience.
We will offer a competitive remuneration package and a promise to work in a stimulating environment!
Expressions of interest to Shahana Khan, HR Manager, Shahana.khan@oal.nz
Applicants who do not already have a right to work in New Zealand may not be considered.
Only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
We are seeking a dynamic and administratively strong Technical Records Maintenance Planner to join our high-functioning and passionate team based at the Ardmore Hangar in Auckland.
The successful candidate will proactively provide technical records support to achieve completion of all aircraft records and documents.
This is an opportunity for an experienced maintenance planner to showcase their maintenance planning skills.
• Preparing work packages and aircraft technical records
• Processing complete work packages and updating aircraft technical records
• Aircraft maintenance planning and maintenance control both internally and extrnally
• Updating technical manuals
• Monitor NZ CAA issued Airworthiness Directives and manufacturers Service Bulletins
• Advising engineers and customers with regards to maintenance planning and maintenance control
• Continually improve systems and procedures where ever possible
• Assist with general admin duties as required
• Enviable and fantastic communication/interpersonal skills complemented by an engaging & outgoing personality & ‘can do’ attitude
• Eye for detail with a high level of accuracy
• Excellent computer skills particularly with Microsoft Excel
• Ability & confidence in making decisions within the boundaries of this position
This is a full-time role within the team and accordingly, for the ‘right’ candidate, we offer a competitive salary package, a stimulating working environment and the opportunity to grow.
To apply please send your cover letter and resume to Shahana Khan, HR Manager.
Only applicants eligible to work in New Zealand will may be considered for this role.
Due to the ever-increasing growth in Aviation, we have an opportunity come up!
The position is within our propeller overhaul shop based in Hamilton working with a currently two-person team. Our well-equipped workshop forms part of a complete Aircraft Maintenance Facility with 50 years in the business, employing close to 40+ staff, just at this site.
In this role you will be responsible for preparing and overhauling small to medium sized (fixed and variable pitch) aircraft propellers to a very high standard.
It will suit a person with an engineering background and sound mechanical skills, as the work involves a wide variety of processes from basic spanner work to precision measuring, machine operation, chemical handling and spray painting, all whilst adhering to manufacturers and company reference manuals, along the world class health and safety standards.
We will offer a competitive remuneration package and a promise to work in a stimulating environment!
Email us your CV with your expression of interest with no delay.
Here's an opportunity to work in New Zealand's resort town, which is close to heaven on earth!
With it's picturesque views, and breath taking snowy mountains, Queenstown is an adventure capital like no other.
The work would involve the maintenance and repair of rotorcraft including inspections, overhaul and project work.
AS350, EC120 and BK117 experience preferred
Knowledge of Arriel and Arrius engines
LAME certification Eligible to work in New Zealand
Varied and stimulating work with supportive leadership
Clean & professional environment
Work with a supportive team of experienced engineers
Remuneration dependent on experience and qualifications.
This is a full-time role with an expectation to be flexible with the hours worked given the sporadic nature of the business.
If you meet the above criteria, are passionate about the aviation industry, and interested to make Queenstown home, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your cover letter and resume to Shahana Khan or Peter McGregor via email.
Applicants with limited experience or who do not have the right to work in New Zealand may not be considered.
We are seeking a dynamic and administratively strong Technical Records Maintenance Planner to join our high-functioning and passionate team based at the Northshore Hangar in Auckland.
The successful candidate will proactively provide technical records support to achieve completion of all aircraft records and documents.
This is an opportunity for an experienced maintenance planner to showcase their maintenance planning skills. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Preparing work packages and aircraft technical records
• Processing complete work packages and updating aircraft technical records
• Aircraft maintenance planning and maintenance control both internally and externally
• Updating technical manuals
• Monitor NZ CAA issued Airworthiness Directives and manufacturers Service Bulletins
• Advising engineers and customers with regards to maintenance planning and maintenance control
• Continually improve systems and procedures where ever possible
• Assist with general admin duties as required
• Enviable and fantastic communication/interpersonal skills complemented by an engaging & outgoing personality & ‘can do’ attitude
• Eye for detail with a high level of accuracy
• Excellent computer skills particularly with Microsoft Excel
• Ability & confidence in making decisions within the boundaries of this position
This is a full-time role within the team and accordingly, for the ‘right’ candidate, we offer a competitive salary package, a stimulating working environment and the opportunity to grow.
To apply please send your cover letter and resume to Shahana Khan, HR Manager.
Only applicants eligible to work in New Zealand will may be considered for this role.
12 MONTHS FIXED-TERM
Based in our Ardmore/Hamilton Branch and reporting to the Group Safety & Quality Manager, this is a maternity cover role for a year. This role presents a great opportunity to work as part of the wider health, safety & quality team. You'll have the opportunity to support, promote and instil a safety culture to ensure that safe working practices and programs are developed, implemented, maintained and continuously improved throughout Oceania Aviation Group.
To be successful in your role you will have:
• Ideally a minimum of three years' of experience in a similar role• Self-starter, able to work autonomously and manage own time and tasks
• Good communication skills, able to work with team members remotely via online platforms
• Pragmatic, flexible thinking - able to adapt to change as we improve our systems
• Excellent computer skills: Competent user of MS Office, with the ability to operate cloud-based software.
Gain experience working in one of the world's most regulated industries - general aviation whilst working in a confident and experienced team. The skills you gain, will no doubt far in your H&S career in any industry.
If you are genuinely committed to health, safety and quality, we'd love to hear from you.
Please email your cover letter and resume to us.
Applicants who do not have the right to work in New Zealand will not be considered.
We have 9 facilities across New Zealand and provide services in a wide variety of fixed-wing and rotary aircraft. Get in touch with our HR Manager, Shahana, to learn more about working for us, our opportunities or how your skill set may be of use at any of our facilities across the country.
WHY WORK FOR OCEANIA AVIATION
1. Surround Yourself With Professionals
Our staff are absolute professionals, each bringing their own unique history in aviation and the wealth of knowledge that accompanies their experience. Surround yourself with like-minded and passionate aviation enthusiasts who are encouraging, love to teach and happy to pass on their expertise.
2. Career Development
Not only do we offer on-the-job training but one of our core values is to provide staff with opportunities needed for progression and career development. Alongside continual skill and capability improvement, our high performers are often given the opportunity to receive manufacturer training.
3. The Opportunities Are Endless
We currently have 14 specialities which is great for our clients as well as our employees. As our staff work within multi-disciplinary teams, they are exposed to all facets of the aviation industry, gaining insight and acquiring a broad range of skills that would otherwise require 4 different title changes. Not only does our diverse range of specialities allow our staff to expand on their own abilities but as we first look to fill positions internally, our staff have the ability to change their focus if needed.
