About the role

Reporting to the Maintenance Controller, you will help ensure our aircraft remain safe, compliant and ready for operation. This is a varied, hands-on role in a dynamic aviation environment, requiring strong technical knowledge, sound judgement and a proactive approach to aircraft maintenance. It is an opportunity to learn like no other in NZ, with mentoring from a combined 100+ years of experience from two of NZ's most long serving LAME's.

Key responsibilities

• Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance.

• Performing inspections, troubleshooting faults and completing repairs.

• Working with PT6 turbine engines, including maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Ensuring aircraft are maintained in accordance with applicable CAA requirements and approved maintenance documentation.

• Completing accurate maintenance records and technical documentation.

• Supporting the safe, efficient and reliable operation of our aircraft.

• Working collaboratively with pilots, operations staff and the wider team.

• Maintaining a strong safety culture and consistently high standards of workmanship.

About you

• A current New Zealand CAA aircraft maintenance licence, with the appropriate privileges for the role.

• Practical experience with PT6 turbine engines — essential.

• Relevant aircraft maintenance experience, ideally with piston-engine aircraft.

• A high level of attention to detail and a commitment to aviation safety.

• The ability to work independently, manage priorities and work effectively within a team.

• Good communication skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.

• Experience with the aircraft types operated by Air Milford would be an advantage (C100 & 200 series aircraft).

About us

Operating in the heart of the stunning Southern Lakes region, Air Milford provides scenic flights and unique aviation experiences across some of New Zealand's most breathtaking landscapes.