Aviation Component Maintenance Manager

Are you a skilled leader with a passion for aviation maintenance, operational excellence, and team development? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where your expertise can drive performance and continuous improvement? This is your opportunity Step into a pivotal role as Maintenance Manager at TP Aerospace, where your leadership will be key in guiding and mentoring a high-performing team to meet daily, weekly, and monthly production targets. You’ll play a central role in optimizing operations, reducing costs, and ensuring compliance with CASA and EASA Part 145 regulations, as well as our internal MOE and procedures. In 2025, we launched an exciting journey to embed 5S, GEMBA, and Visualisation into our daily operations—and as Maintenance Manager, you’ll take the lead in driving these LEAN improvements across the business. The Opportunity You will be working from our facility at Melbourne Airport in a senior management role which is part of a smaller management team with an integral part of the production process. This MRO has been in operation for almost 10 years and currently provides aircraft wheel component maintenance to one of Australia's largest commercial airlines As a Maintenance Manager, you will become part of a strong multi-cultural team with approximately 21 experienced colleagues reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager within one of the world’s leading Aircraft Wheel Maintenance Repair Organisations (MRO) that is approved by the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority - CASA and the European Aviation Safety Authority - EASA. The primary tasks: Lead and manage the maintenance team, ensuring sufficient, competent personnel are available to meet production and compliance requirements. Ensure compliance with CASA/EASA Part 145, MOE, OHS, and internal procedures, including proper certification and secure record-keeping of all maintenance work. Drive quality and safety standards, responding to audit findings and ensuring all work meets regulatory and internal quality expectations. Oversee tools, equipment, and facilities, ensuring availability, calibration, and proper use to support efficient operations. Plan and monitor production, set clear objectives, assign tasks, and track output to meet delivery schedules and performance targets. Support training and development, identifying needs, coordinating internal/external training, and maintaining competence records for all maintenance staff. We seek a team member who can identify with the description below Minimum two years of leadership experience in a CASA/EASA Part 145 maintenance or repair organization. Solid background in aeronautical product or aircraft maintenance, with proven competency in a responsible role. Degree in a technical, engineering, or related field is an advantage. Strong understanding of CASA/EASA Part 145 regulations and maintenance procedures. Proficient in MS Office. Familiar with LEAN methodologies such as 5S, GEMBA, and Visualisation. Skills and Attributes Proven leadership experience in a maintenance or production environment, with the ability to mentor, coach, and develop team members. Strong focus on continuous improvement—able to identify inefficiencies and suggest practical solutions. Committed to maintaining a safe, compliant, and high-performing work environment through clear communication and consistent enforcement of company policies. Skilled in planning and managing team schedules, including vacation planning, to ensure operational continuity. Hands‑on experience with production tools, machinery, and safety procedures. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills with a results‑driven mindset. How does team spirit and professional development sound? We offer a highly vibrant and international work environment with colleagues from all over the world. We take pride in the strong team spirit characterizing our global workforce, so you will gain a solid group of engaged and dedicated colleagues who are great at what they do and enjoy doing it Don't hesitate to apply today Go grab a coffee and spend 10‑15 minutes writing us a short but motivated cover letter. Click Apply and upload this letter and your resume onto our recruiting platform. Deadline for applying is November 28th . Only applications received through the recruiting platform will be considered for the position. We will conduct interviews throughout the process and reserve the right to close the vacancy before the deadline in case we find the right candidate. Whilst we thank all applicants for their interest in this role, only short‑listed candidates will be contacted. For more information about the company, visit . #J-18808-Ljbffr