An excellent opportunity exists for a suitably qualified and experienced individual to step into the leadership role as the Port Supervisor, based in Cairns
Reporting:
This position reports to the 145 – Responsible Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Ensuring compliance with Engineering Procedures and Certification requirements as identified in the CAMO Maintenance Procedures.
* Oversight at the Cairns base of the external MRO to ensure that R.P.T. timetable commitments are met.
* Deliver general support of the broader RPT network operations.
* Deliver general support to the broader REX group engineering.
* Monitoring and controlling costs associated with aircraft maintenance.
* Monitoring the serviceability of Rex GSE.
* Co-Ordination of maintenance activities with 3rd party maintenance suppliers
* Production planning of scheduled maintenance forecast for Cairns.
* Amendment of any regulatory and maintenance data held at their Base.
* Ensure the serviceability of tooling and equipment and the management of a preventative maintenance/service program for Ground Support Equipment.
* Other duties as listed in the Rex Maintenance Organisation Exposition.
Key Selection Criteria
* Proven self starter with a flexible attitude and a demonstrated willingness to accept responsibility
* Experience with management of external MRO relationships
* Experience in airline operations
* Demonstrated ability to adhere to deadlines in a high workload environment
Desirable Selection Criteria
* CASA Part 66 License with Saab 340 Type Rating
* Saab 340 Line and Base maintenance experience
* Flexible approach to work location and work hours
* Experience with aviation stores and logistics distribution
Conditions:
Salary and conditions will be discussed with the successful candidate.
To Apply:
Please apply via the 'Apply Now' button below by Tuesday 27 January 2026.
REX is an equal opportunity Employer