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SalaryChallenge yourself in a role where you will provide expert resolution of issues and monitor the integration of workTogether, we will ensure a seamless operation across various business unitsFull-time permanent position based in MascotQantas Engineering keeps us at the forefront of aviation maintaining both the Qantas fleet, as well as aircraft for our third-party customers, our technical capability underpins the success of Qantas. Built on a long history of pioneering aviation, the Qantas Group continues to push boundaries today. Whether it’s through state-of-the-art aircraft, new routes, or world-class products, we’re creating memorable experiences for our customers whenever they fly with us.As the Senior Manager - Sydney Line Maintenance, you will provide management review and control over multiple business units, including engineering/Line Maintenance, operation controls, planning and supply chain function. This includes developing projects, structures or processes as part of a Qantas engineering team. You will also be responsible for managing operational, safety, leadership, people management, and regulatory outcomes toward best practice principles to achieve operational performance, ensuring that the necessary resources, facilities, and finances are in place to provide the required compliance and safety oversight of areas responsible. This Leadership position manages the continued transformation agenda to deliver transformational benefits. A critical success to the broader change agenda is for the leader to work with the Head of Line Maintenance/EM Engineering and their leadership teams to develop the transformation agenda and deliver its strategic objectives.Responsibilities:Manages one discipline over a range of products/processes or maintenance operations, or a diverse range of engineering disciplines within business units.Focuses on managerial concerns of the project such as cost, completion date, and resource allocation.Provides expert resolution of issues and monitors the integration of work.Reviews technical concepts of major projects.Oversee all BU Transformation Programs/Projects including monitoring of progress, project and change health, resourcing, dependencies, risks and issues.Manage BU roadmap and dependencies.Develop strategies to maximise shareholder value by working together with leaders and staff.Provide strategic advice and support to the broader QE executive leadership team, identify trends, dependencies, and other information that may influence strategy, and utilise as input to strategic decision-making.Manage professional engineering duties by providing technical support and detailed engineering analyses to ensure compliance and equivalence procedures meet the business and CASA requirements.Advising and making recommendations to Qantas Group Airlines and Customers, and liaising with customers regarding technical compliance requirements.This position is responsible for the administration, budgeting, and resource planning for the department including commercial management.Provides strategic leadership and business management to the relevant engineering business focusing on Safety, People Customer, Commercial and Continuous Improvement.Personally, participate in solving difficult technical problems.Responsible for people management and training needs.Comply with Group Management Systems and Policy.Essential Criteria:10+ years of leadership experience. With a preference for understanding of airline operations, maintenance, compliance and safety.Professional Engineering - degree qualified or equivalent engineering experience.Post-graduate qualifications in technology, business/management desirable.Extensive engineering experience in aviation engineering practice.Hold delegated approvals from the National Airworthiness Authority and/or other regulatory authorities.A recognised authority in an engineering field of major importance to the company and respected industry peers internationally including aircraft/engine manufacturers.Strong leadership experience and ability to influence outcomes and lead teams from the Professional Engineers / Technical Officers groups.Must have experience in the understanding and application of project management and delivering projects within time frames and budgets.Ability to resolve complex issues and to structure them for others to navigate.Results orientation Ability to engage people at all levels.A mix of big picture strategic thinking and attention to detail, energetic and takes personal ownership.Ability to deal effectively with people at all levels of an organisation and to work as part of a team.Sound written and verbal communication skills, including delivery of presentations on behalf of the company to external stakeholders (manufacturers & regulatory authorities, and other government agencies).Ability to work closely at all levels in the company - including Technical Services, Maintenance Services, Flight Operations, Strategy & Finance, Supply Chain, Marketing, Airworthiness Authorities, Manufacturers, vendors, suppliers, and external customers.Strong commercial acumen & analytical skills.Why Qantas?You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees.We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships, we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.Qantas are equal opportunity employers, so by coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity and supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and people of all backgrounds to apply.If you’re ready to step into a culture that will challenge and excite you, submit an application and let’s explore how we go places together.Applications Close: Monday, 1st of April, 2024
