Fleet Performance Engineer

Hello. We’re Virgin Australia.

We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way.

We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a relentless focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

What you’ll be doing As a Fleet Performance Engineer within our VARA Fleet Operations team, you’ll play a critical role in maintaining the operational integrity, reliability and availability of our fleet.

You’ll take a proactive, data-driven approach to fleet health, providing strategic oversight of aircraft technical performance and leading the investigation and resolution of defects that impact reliability and on-time performance.

Working in a highly cross-functional environment, you’ll collaborate closely with Maintenance Watch, Reliability, Fleet Engineering, Maintenance Operations, Flight Operations and Operations Control to ensure technical issues are identified early, resolved effectively and aligned with both safety and business objectives.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Monitoring fleet defects and aircraft technical health to maximise availability and minimise operational disruption

Leading in-depth defect investigations, including root cause analysis and trend identification

Providing technical guidance during troubleshooting to support timely aircraft return to service

Driving the Performance & Reliability Program, including recurrent defect management and preventative maintenance actions

Supporting reliability analysis and the delivery of quarterly reliability review meetings

Working with OEMs and internal stakeholders to implement engineering solutions and AMP variations where required

Partnering with Procurement to develop robust work scopes for rotable components

Championing safety, compliance and continuous improvement across fleet operations

Through your work, you’ll directly contribute to a safe, reliable and customer-focused flying program.

You’ll be great in this role if you have…

An aircraft maintenance engineer licence (or previously held) in Category B1, B2 or C, or an equivalent overseas licence; or

An engineering qualification (Diploma level or higher) in Aeronautical, Avionics, Mechanical, Electrical or Electronics

CASA type ratings and experience on VARA aircraft types (E2-190 and/or A320) – highly regarded

A minimum of 10 years’ experience in aircraft maintenance operations and/or Maintenance Watch

Experience in Maintenance Watch and/or Fleet Engineering environments

Exposure to aircraft reliability programs (MSG-3)

Experience using systems such as TRAX, IAS and/or Movement Manager

Previous leadership, management or supervisory experience (desirable)

Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving capability

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Advanced data and computer skills, including Excel, Power BI, Word and Outlook

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, operational environment

Confidence making timely technical assessments and sound operational decisions

Training in Six Sigma, project management or conflict resolution (desirable)

We’re committed to looking after you We offer some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1,000 in annual travel credits)

Flexible, hybrid working – work from home or the office to suit your role and lifestyle

One of Brisbane’s most admired head office locations, with transport, shops, dining and an onsite gym

Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide

Discounts across hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness

Free counselling and a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health

Dress for Your Day – wear what works for you and the work you’re doing

When everyone is included, everyone wins We’re all individuals. And we love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQIA+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.

Ready to apply? We’re ready to hear from you. Apply now. #J-18808-Ljbffr