Ge Aerospace Propeller Technician

Job Description Summary
To support GE Aerospace’s customers by conducting industry best practices during repair and overhaul maintenance on DOWTY propeller systems. Reporting to the DOWTY Workshop Operations Manager, you will conduct OEM directed maintenance on DOWTY Propellers fitted to Lockheed Martin C130 Hercules.Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform on-site Propeller systems maintenance inclusive of repairs, modification installation and preventative maintenance
• Provide technical instruction and assistance to customers within the parameters of formal technical documents
• Provide ‘Hands-On’ technical assistance to GE manufacturing and repair facilities to support output requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable product line and aftermarket contractual obligations.
• Train and oversee apprentices and less experienced team members.
• Perform administrative functions, such as; writing technical reports, ordering materials, supporting quotations and capturing sales and cost avoidance opportunities.
• 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.
• Maintain strong International Trade compliance regulations aligned to GE requirements.
• Provide customer insight / intelligence as necessary.
• Provide all customers (internal and external) timely and accurate responses to queries covering all relevant GE Systems products.
• Utilize provided tools to track and maintain customer queries to closure.
• Other duties as and when required.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Certificate IV in Aeroskills – Mechanical or equivalent.
• A track record of delivering high level customer service.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability train people and prepare technical reports.
• Successful experience working in a small team.
• Knowledge of and experience working in accordance with civil/military regulatory frameworks
• A commitment to a healthy, safe, and compliant work environment.
• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet Defence security requirements and may be required to hold and maintain an Australian Government Security Clearance.
• All candidates for this role are engaged in Safety Sensitive Aviation Activities (SSAAs) and may be subjected to approved testing in support of GE Aerospace’s CASA approved Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP).

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge of, and/or experience in the maintenance and repair of propellers in both a workshop and field environment.
• Sound level of project and time management skills.
• Proven ability to use initiative, solve problems and implement improvements in the workplace.
• Sound understanding of lean principles.

Benefits

• Up to $500/year Gym Membership re-imbursement through the GE Health Ahead program.
• Access to Employee Discounts at GE (EDGE) program. Receive discounts and earn cashback at various leading online and instore retailers.
• Corporate Health Cover discounts with Medibank Private Health Insurance.
• Remote Environment Site Allowance.

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