DOWTY Trade Assistant

Job Description Summary Job Description Company Overview: Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight Site Overview: GE Aerospace in Australia has sites in Brisbane, Newcastle, Richmond, Bundamba, and Matraville. Since 2005, we’ve driven innovation and supported avionics, propeller, and power systems across a diverse range of aircraft platforms for our customers. At our Brisbane facility, you'll work with highly skilled technicians on cutting‑edge technology for civilian and military aircraft. We are committed to developing early career talent through student‑focused programs and fostering a culture of respect and community support. Be part of a team that values giving back and making a difference in the aerospace industry. Role Overview: To learn and conduct industry’s best practice repair and overhaul practices on DOWTY propeller systems to support GE Aviation’s customers. This will be accomplished by personally conducting maintenance tasks whilst undergoing on and off the job apprenticeship training to attain Certificate IV Aeroskills (Mechanical Workshop). REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This role is part of the DOWTY Team which is comprised of 10‑15 Technicians and a team supervisor. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (RESPONSIBILITIES): Learn to perform inspections, repairs and overhaul of DOWTY propeller systems. Develop a knowledge of technical instructions and assistance to be provided to customers within the parameters of formal technical documents. Undertake ‘On the Job Training’ to learn about technical publications and propeller repairs. Develop knowledge of applicable product line and aftermarket contractual obligations. Learn how to perform administrative functions; such as writing technical reports, ordering materials, supporting quotations and capturing sales and cost avoidance opportunities. Maintain strong environmental, health and safety requirements aligned to GE requirements Utilize provided tools to track and maintain customer queries to closure. Undertake training as required to complete competencies required for Certificate IV Aeroskills (Mechanical Workshop) Develop and maintain knowledge of, and adhere to, the Site Quality, Safety Management and EH&S policies and other compliance requirements. Bring forward for resolution any identified risks utilising provided systems. Assist and work with team members to ensure the efficient flow of work through the workshop. Actively participate as a member of the workshop team including contributing to discussions about matters of importance to the team and making suggestions to improve team performance. May be required to obtain an Australian Defence Force Security Clearance. All candidates for this role are engaged in Safety Sensitive Aviation Activities (SSAAs) and will be subjected to approved testing in support of GE Aviation System Australia’s CASA approved Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP). Other duties as required. Required Qualifications: Experience working in the aviation industry will be well regarded. Experience working in other maintenance industries is welcome. Skills A demonstrated commitment to learning. Keen interest in aircraft/mechanical systems or components. Well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work in a small team. Sound project and time management skills. Proven ability to use initiative and solve problems. A commitment to a healthy, safe and compliant work environment. At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate. Additional Information Relocation Assistance Provided: No #J-18808-Ljbffr