Trades Assistant (Non-Aircraft)

• Rockhampton location - work/life balance
• Attractive remuneration and conditions
• Relocation assistance is available to applicable successful candidates

Alliance Airlines Rockhampton Aviation Maintenance facility is currently looking for  Trade Assistants (Non - Aircraft) - multiple roles to join our growing team.  

We're on the lookout for passionate and dedicated individuals who are eager to soar in the aviation industry. As a leader in aircraft maintenance, we pride ourselves on safety innovation, and excellence. We’re expanding our team and want you to be part of our journey! 

The role of the Trades Assistant is to support skilled tradespersons by performing various preparatory and supportive tasks. The role involves handling tools, materials, and equipment, assisting with maintenance and repair work, and ensuring that work areas are safe and organized. 

The Trade Assistant is responsible for, but not limited to: 

Assistance with Trade Tasks: 

• Aid tradespeople (such as electricians, plumbers, mechanics, etc.) in their daily tasks. 

• Provide necessary tools, materials, and equipment, and help with their setup and maintenance.

Preparation and Organization: 

• Prepare work sites by gathering and arranging tools, materials, and equipment. 

• Clean and organize work areas, including handling waste and ensuring safety protocols are followed. 

Tool and Equipment Management: 

• Handle, operate, and maintain various hand and power tools under supervision. 

• Assist in the calibration, inspection, and upkeep of tools and machinery. 

Safety and Compliance: 

• Adhere to safety standards and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. 

• Wear and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE). 

Material Handling: 

• Assist with lifting, moving, and positioning materials and equipment. 

• Manage inventory and report on stock levels, helping with restocking when needed. 

Documentation and Reporting: 

• Document work progress, report issues, and track maintenance activities. 

• Help with recording and maintaining logs for various tasks. 

General Support: 

• Provide general support and perform miscellaneous tasks as directed by tradespeople. 
• Assist with training and orientation of new team members if required 

To Be Successful 

• Manual driver’s licence 

• Ability to hold: Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) 

• Ability to hold: Category 2 Authority to Drive Airside (ADA) 

• Attention to detail 

• Willingness to carry out tasks as instructed and show initiative 

• Ability to communicate and work with others 

• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and in a team focussed environment 

• Demonstrated commitment to Alliance values – Safety & Performance 

• Pass background checks or medical screenings as required by us, Drug and Alcohol testing and police check clearance will be part of the recruitment process 

• Must be Covid vaccinated having received at least 2 doses 

Why Join Us? 

✈️ Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fast-paced, challenging, and ever-evolving industry where no two days are the same. 

🛠️ Cutting-Edge Technology: Gain hands-on experience with the latest aviation technology and equipment in a brand-new $60m facility 

🌟 Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement. 

🤝 Team Spirit: Be part of a collaborative and supportive team committed to achieving excellence. 

If you love a challenge in a dynamic, growing organisation in a booming rural location, these roles are an amazing chance to help shape the direction and outcome of Australia's fastest growing Airline.  

If this sounds like the ideal role for you and you have the skills we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you.  

About Alliance Airlines 

Our Alliance Airlines Rockhampton Aviation Maintenance facility is a $60M brand new, 3 bay Base Maintenance facility located at Rockhampton airport. 

The facility has been established to provide Base Maintenance services to Alliance Airlines fleet of E190 and F70/100 aircraft. 

Located in Central Queensland, Rockhampton offers all your cosmopolitan conveniences in a contemporary riverside setting and is 35 minutes from the beaches of Yeppoon.  

Alliance is unique in that it owns its whole fleet. Currently that fleet consists of 37 Fokker 70/100 aircraft, 31 Embraer E190 aircraft with firm purchase commitments stretching to mid-2026 for a further 26 E190 aircraft. The Company dry leases 3 E190 aircraft to a third party with those leases having just been extended for a further five years.  

Alliance is locally owned with the majority of the Company's shareholders located in Australia and New Zealand.  

At Alliance Airlines, we make it happen! 

• This is an on-site position (5 days a week) great hours  

• Attractive remuneration and conditions 

• Healthy work/life balance  

• Relocation assistance is available to applicable successful candidates 

All candidates must have full working rights within Australia, only candidates with a right to work in Australia will be considered. We thank you for your application however, due to the volume of applicants only successful applicants will be contacted. 

Alliance Airlines is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We are a merit-based organisation that supports local communities to offer long term sustainable employment based on delivering a safe aviation operation.