An excellent opportunity exists for a suitably qualified and highly motivated individual to join the REX Engineering team as a full-time Trades Assistant, located in Adelaide, SA.
Reporting:
This position reports to the Adelaide Workshop Supervisor.
Position Responsibilities:
* Perform facility, tooling and asset maintenance & cleaning as required.
* Assist Aircraft Maintenance Engineers in aircraft and component maintenance and refurbishment as required.
* Ensuring all work performed by them is to the highest standard and in accordance with the appropriate approved data.
* For aircraft in maintenance and operations, carry out exterior and interior cleaning as required.
* Assorted workplace housekeeping and ad-hoc duties as directed by the Workshop Supervisor
Mandatory Requirements:
* Be able to hold an Aviation Security Identity Card
* Full Australian working rights
* Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
* Valid Australian State driver's license
Key Selection Criteria:
* Proven self-starter with flexible attitude
* Demonstrated hand skills
* Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised
* Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment.
* Have a high level of attention to detail
* Working knowledge of OH&S procedures
Desirable Criteria:
* Forklift license
* Trade experience
Conditions:
Wage rates and conditions apply as per the Regional Express Aircraft Engineers Agreement.
This is a day worker role requiring 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
To Apply:
Please submit your application with a copy of your CV and cover letter addressing the above criteria by close of business Friday, 16 January 2026.