Responsible Manager - Base / Line Maintenance

Oakey, Queensland

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Job ID BOE-1944819 Date posted 08/31/2026 Location Oakey, Queensland Company

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Location:	Oakey
Category:	Business Support
Position Type:	Permanent
Job Reference:	BOE/1944819
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The opportunity

We are looking for a motivated individual to join the Maintenance Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Services team. Working within scope of the BDA Defence Aviation Safety Regulations (DASR) Part 145 Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) approval, as an execution focussed Responsible Manager providing program focussed governance over aircraft maintenance and operating activities to support the Republic of Singaporean Air Force (RSAF) CH-47F (SG) Chinook Maintenance and Logistics Support Program. This role is located at the Army Aviation Centre Oakey, Queensland, in support of a Boeing Defence Australia customer.

Responsibilities

Within the RSAF program, govern aircraft maintenance execution activities to ensure conformance to the terms of the BDA Maintenance Management System (MMS) and suitability of staff, processes, data and material.
Work closely with the Quality and Safety Managers to support the quality and safety management systems.
Investigating and coordinating any action resulting from the quality compliance monitoring function.

Experience/Qualifications

The ability to achieve Chartered status in an applicable area of practice through Engineering Australia.
Demonstrated experience with assessment, support and oversight of a technical workforce in an aviation maintenance (or demonstrably similar) environment.
Experience with and a working knowledge of an European Aviation Safety Authority (EASA) based Part 145 regulated environment is highly desirable.
Current or previous experience as a Part 145 Responsible Manager is highly desirable.
Understanding and application of an EASA Part 66 and Part M/42 environment is desirable.
Sound knowledge of the Australian Defence Force MMS is highly desirable.
Sound knowledge of an EASA based MMS is highly desirable.
Strong analysis and problem-solving skills.
High level of written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to build relationships and influence decision-making by senior leaders.

Away from Home Location Work Required

Successful applicants will be required to travel and work away from their designated work location for a period of approximately eight consecutive weeks between August and November each year. This provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a different environment with our customer while fulfilling the responsibilities of the role. We are looking for candidates who are adaptable, flexible, and eager to embrace this aspect of the position.

About us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of the nation's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.

Joining us is a chance to make your mark, working with a diverse team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

We currently employ more than 2,500 people across 14 sites in Australia and three international locations and have a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.

Benefits

Salary packaging and Career Development support
Generous study assistance and education options
Global Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Access discounts for health insurance, travel and accommodation
Paid Parental Leave, Defence Reservist Leave, Gender Affirmation Leave and First Nation Cultural Leave
Join social and community groups and explore opportunities to engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander programs and initiatives focusing on STEM engagements.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.

We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world’s most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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