Join to apply for the Maintenance Planner role at McDermott Aviation2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Maintenance Planner role at McDermott AviationStrategically oversee and coordinate all maintenance activities for the company’s helicopter fleet, ensuring timely completion of scheduled tasks while optimizing resource allocationResponsibilitiesCoordinate with Fleet Specialists and Component Shop: Ensure all required parts and inspections for upcoming jobs are organised in collaboration with the Fleet Specialists.Create Standard Parts Lists: Develop and maintain standard parts lists for routine tasks and maintenance procedures.Order Parts from Stores: Place orders for necessary parts from the stores in relation to fleet planning, ensuring timely availability. Maintain consistent communication with the Stores section to address any potential supply delays.Provide Fleet Reports and Maintenance Schedules: Regularly supply the Maintenance Controller with fleet reports and updates on upcoming maintenance activities, including potential supply delays and current in work maintenance activities.Track AC Components: Monitor the tracking of Aircraft Components to ensure availability and compliance.Prioritisation and scheduling: Assessing the urgency of maintenance needs and effectively scheduling work orders to minimise disruptions to production while maximising equipment uptime.Resource management: Coordinating available personnel with the Engineering Business Support Officers, tools, and spare parts with the Fleet Specialists, to ensure maintenance tasks can be completed efficientlyData analysis: Monitoring maintenance trends and performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and optimise maintenance strategies.Budgeting: Contributing to the maintenance budget by estimating costs associated with planned maintenance activities.Other duties as directed by the Head of Aircraft Airworthiness and Maintenance Control.QualificationsCurrent drivers licence valid for use in the work location.Ability to obtain and maintain an aviation security clearance.About YouAviation Maintenance KnowledgeSolid understanding of helicopter maintenance practices, procedures and regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA or CASA.Experience with scheduled maintenance programs, inspections and airworthiness directives.Technical BackgroundPreferred previous experience as an aircraft or helicopter technician or engineerFamiliarity with helicopter systems, components, and their maintenance cycles.Planning and SchedulingProven experience in maintenance planning and scheduling in an aviation or similar technical environment.Ability to develop short-term and long-term maintenance schedules.Knowledge or maintenance resource management, including tools, materials, and manpower.Software ProficiencyExperience with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems or Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul software, such as:Aeronet, Trax, Aerotrack, MaintenXProficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, SharePoint, Outlook and ProjectRegulatory ComplianceFamiliarity with aviation maintenance regulations and documentation standards.Experience managing compliance with airworthiness directives, service bulletins, and technical publications.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionIndustriesAirlines and AviationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at McDermott Aviation by 2xGet notified about new Maintenance Planner jobs in Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia.Helicopter Maintenance Engineer (LAME or AME)Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia 2 days agoLicenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) AS355 / AS350 / B206Marcoola, Queensland, Australia 2 days agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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