NDT Senior Surveyor

• Challenge yourself to make a difference and contribute to the safety and reliability of our fleet using NDT techniques
• Permanent opportunities available with Qantas Engineering
• Work with a dedicated team using advanced inspection technologies across a diverse aircraft fleet
• Salary is subject to experience

At Qantas, we're proud to connect people and communities while delivering safe, reliable and world-class aviation services. As Australia's largest airline, we offer exciting career opportunities within our Engineering team, where safety, innovation and excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

We are seeking experienced NDT Senior Surveyor Aircraft Maintenance Engineers to join our Engineering team. In this role, you will perform non-destructive testing inspections on aircraft structures and components, ensuring compliance with regulatory, manufacturer and company standards IAW EN4179.

while contributing to the ongoing airworthiness and safety of our fleet.

Working within a highly skilled maintenance environment, you will collaborate closely with engineers, maintenance teams and operational stakeholders to identify and assess aircraft defects, support maintenance activities and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality.

What you'll be doing:

• Conduct Non-Destructive Testing inspections using approved methods and procedures.
• Perform inspections on aircraft structures, components and systems in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
• Interpret, evaluate and document inspection results accurately.
• Identify defects and provide technical recommendations to support maintenance activities.
• Maintain NDT equipment in accordance with calibration and operational requirements.
• Ensure all work is completed in compliance with safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Collaborate effectively with maintenance teams and other engineering specialists.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence.

What you'll bring:

• Recognised qualification in Non-Destructive Testing.
• Demonstrated NDT certification in one or more methods (such as Eddy Current, Ultrasonic, Magnetic Particle, Liquid Penetrant, Phased Array Ultrasonic and Radiography).  Preference will be given to candidates who hold the Phased Array Ultrasonic testing skills
• Demonstrated experience conducting NDT inspections within an aviation, aerospace or similarly regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance practices and inspection procedures.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, manuals and engineering documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and compliance.
• Ability to work a 24/7 rotating shift roster.

Preference will be given to candidates with existing Australian working rights. For the right candidate, Qantas can provide sponsorship through the Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) visa program and relocation support.

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 (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options 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 is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story - get in touch today.