Airnorth is seeking a motivated and experienced Engineering Training & Development Officer to join our Engineering team in Darwin. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering technical and non-technical training within our CASA Part 145 approved maintenance organisation, ensuring our engineering workforce remains competent, compliant and industry-ready.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager and working closely with the Head of Engineering, the Engineering Training & Development Officer supports the development, coordination and delivery of competency-based training programs for engineering personnel.
The role also assists with on-the-job training (OJT) coordination for apprentices and engineers, manages training records and ensures regulatory compliance across the organisation's training systems.
This role may involve working in aircraft maintenance facilities, hangars and airport operational environments, which can include exposure to noisy or hazardous areas.
Key Responsibilities
Training & Development
* Develop, plan and deliver technical and non-technical training programs for engineering staff.
* Design and maintain competency-based training courses, including training materials, course notes and presentations.
* Support and coordinate On-the-Job Training (OJT) for apprentices and engineers.
* Conduct new employee engineering hangar inductions.
* Prepare and deliver training assessments and issue training certificates where required.
Training Administration & Compliance
* Maintain and administer the Engineering Competency Training Program and Engineering Manual training requirements.
* Monitor and manage Part 145 personnel training records, including identifying training gaps.
* Ensure training results and records are accurately recorded in the CMMS.
* Maintain the engineering authorisation matrix.
* Coordinate training schedules and liaise with external training providers and Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
Stakeholder Engagement
* Work closely with:
* Engineering Supervisors
* Subject Matter Experts
* Part 145 Trainers
* Quality & Safety Manager
* Liaise with CASA and external training providers where required.
About You
* Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE) or equivalent.
* Previous experience delivering training to small groups.
* Strong computer skills and ability to interpret training data and records.
* Ability to obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).Aircraft maintenance engineering knowledge or industry experience.
* Experience working with Airnorth aircraft types.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to engage effectively with engineers, apprentices and operational staff.
Why Join Airnorth?
At Airnorth, we are committed to safety, innovation and continuous improvement. Joining our team means becoming part of a collaborative environment where high standards, professional development and operational excellence are valued. You will play an important role in supporting the development of our engineering workforce while contributing to a culture that prioritises quality training and aviation safety.
Based in Darwin, this role also offers the opportunity to work in a vibrant and unique location while being part of a respected regional airline.
Airnorth employees enjoy a range of benefits, including:
* Staff domestic and international travel discounts
* Discounted health insurance
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* A supportive and team-oriented workplace culture
Apply Now
If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the essential requirements, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Airnorth Engineering team.
Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in Australia without restrictions.
Shortlisting will commence immediately, and Airnorth reserves the right to close applications earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.
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