Kickstart Your Aviation Career – Are you a First Nations person (Aboriginal/Torres Straight Islander) who is passionate about aviation and ready to start a hands-on career in aircraft maintenance?
We’re looking for enthusiastic and committed First Nations individuals to join our team as B1 or B2 Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, working on Chartair’s fleet of aircraft. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from experienced engineers, gain valuable on-the-job training, and work towards your CASA B1 or B2 Licence in a supportive and professional environment.
Chartair has two apprentice positions available for immediate start in 2026 – one at our engineering base in Darwin and one at our Alice Springs engineering base.
About the Role
- Assisting with scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance
- Supporting troubleshooting and defect rectification activities
- Learning to carry out modifications and component changes
- Maintaining aircraft systems in compliance with CASA regulation
- Following company procedures and aviation safety standards
- Working alongside qualified engineers and contributing to daily maintenance tasks
What You’ll Need – The Essentials
- Identify as a First Nations person (Aboriginal or Torres Straight Islander)
- A genuine interest in aviation and aircraft maintenance
- Commitment to completing a CASA-recognised B1 or B2 apprenticeship program (4 years)
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
- A positive attitude and dedication to safety
Highly Regarded, But Not Essential
- Previous exposure to aviation environments (e.g. hangar work, aviation studies)
- Completion of pre-apprenticeship or relevant aviation coursework
- Mechanical aptitude or experience in a technical trade
What We Offer
- Competitive apprentice remuneration
- Direct employment with support and mentoring via GTNT
- Comprehensive on-the-job training and structured learning plan
- Exposure to a variety of aircraft including Cessna C210, C310, C402, C441 and C208 aircraft
- Long-term career progression, with opportunities to become a licensed B1 or B2 Engineer
- A supportive, safety-focused, and professional team environment
Apply Now
Ready to launch your aviation career?
Successful applicants will be employed directly by Chartair, Apply via GTNT – https://gtnt.jobreadygateway.com.au/vacancies?object_id=1459
This is the perfect opportunity for motivated First Nations individuals to start their journey towards becoming a CASA B1 or B2 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.