Head of CAMO - Fixed Wing

Volantes is partnering with an established aviation operator to appoint a Head of CAMO in Brisbane. Reporting directly to the CEO / Accountable Manager, you will take full ownership of the continuing airworthiness of the fleet under CASR Part 42 – from maintenance programmes and airworthiness directives through to records, Part 145 relationships and CASA reporting. It is a senior, highly visible role with real influence over fleet reliability and operational performance.

Key Information

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Employment: Permanent, full time

Reports to: CEO / Accountable Manager

Manages: Technical support staff

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, manage and approve the aircraft maintenance programmes for the managed fleet
• Manage the approval of modifications and repairs, ensuring all changes meet an approved standard
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Airworthiness Directives and operational directives
• Oversee defect rectification and deferral, and coordinate scheduled maintenance, life-limited part replacements and component inspections
• Maintain continuing airworthiness records, current weight and balance status and valid Certificates of Airworthiness
• Manage the relationship and maintenance contracts with Part 145 organisations
• Report maintenance-related occurrences to CASA and the aircraft manufacturer
• Own and amend the CAMO exposition, and promote safety, quality and Human Factors principles across the function

What You'll Bring

Essential

• At least 3 years' experience in continuing airworthiness management
• One of the following: a current or previously held B1, B2 or C licence (or equivalent); a Certificate IV in aircraft maintenance; a Diploma in aviation maintenance management; or a Diploma-level engineering qualification (aeronautical, avionics, mechanical, electrical or electronics)
• Comprehensive knowledge of airworthiness regulations and standards, CAMO expositions and quality systems
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred

• Experience on ATR, Dash 8 or E190 aircraft
• Australian or New Zealand-based candidates are preferred, though overseas applicants will be considered

What Success Looks Like

• A fleet that meets all CASA airworthiness requirements
• Minimal AOG events and fleet downtime
• Efficient, well-forecast maintenance planning and engineering resourcing

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