About Toll Group
At Toll, we do more than just logistics - we move the businesses that move the world. Our 16,000 team members can help solve any logistics, transport, or supply chain challenge – big or small. We have been supporting our customers for more than 130 years. Today, we support more than 20,000 customers worldwide with 500 sites in 27 markets, and a forwarding network spanning 150 countries. We are proudly part of Japan Post — www.tollgroup.com
About the Role
Toll Helicopters is an experienced provider of specialised mission-critical helicopter services and training for Government, Defence and the civil sector. With extensive experience in operations, training and helicopter maintenance, our staff are some of the most highly experienced and well-trained aviation professionals in the country.
Toll Aviation is seeking a motivated and safety-focused Aircraft Maintenance Engineer / Aircraft Surface Finisher (Spray Painter) to join our Rotary Wing team based at Bankstown Airport.
This is a hands-on role supporting our engineering team across aircraft maintenance, surface finishing, and general hangar operations. You’ll play a critical part in maintaining operational readiness, reducing downtime, and supporting the delivery of key Government & Defence contracts.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (LAMEs) with the execution of maintenance activities in a safe and compliant manner to ensure minimum downtime of aircraft while ensuring do not proceed past inspection check points until inspected by supervisor.
- Perform aircraft maintenance tasks as directed on a non-certifying basis
- Prepare aircraft surfaces including sanding, masking, stripping, and priming
- Apply polyurethane and other aviation-grade coatings to aircraft components and structures
- Perform touch-ups, refinishing, and corrosion protection treatments
- Conduct maintenance and upkeep of ground support equipment and tooling
- Maintain hangar cleanliness.
- Comply with all safety, environmental, and operational procedures and uphold Toll Aviation’s values and safety-first culture
About You
Ideal candidate will have:
- Mechanical aptitude or hands-on technical skillset
- Proven experience in polyurethane spray painting (automotive, marine, or aviation)
- Aviation or aircraft maintenance exposure and experience
- Demonstrated ability to use initiative, prioritise and work to tight timeframes with limited supervision
- Certificate III or IV in Aircraft Surface Finishing
- Current valid Australian driver’s licence
- Strong understanding of Work Health & Safety practices
- Full working rights in Australia
Desirable:
- Experience working in a regulated or safety-critical environment
- Basic computer skills
- Cert II IV in Aeroskills
Personal Attributes
- Well-organised with the ability to prioritise tasks
- Capable of working both independently and within a team
- Strong communication skills
- Positive, proactive, and safety-focused mindset
- Adaptable with a “can-do-safely” attitude
- Able to build strong working relationships across the team
What moves you?
At Toll, you can help play a vital role in delivering what matters. From food, fuel, medicine and rescue services, we keep businesses and communities thriving. Every day brings change. We see that as an opportunity. To be curious. To ask the right questions. And build meaningful connections. Because finding new ways to solve problems is what we do. With a bold vision to expand our global reach, our 16,000+ people bring a passion for progress. We collaborate in friendly, caring teams, supported by approachable leaders who give us the autonomy to quickly make decisions with impact. Learn and grow with industry-leading training, alongside talented experts. Feel empowered to take on diverse challenges and new responsibilities to move you, our customers, and our world further.
Are you excited about this role but are concerned you don’t meet all the requirements? If you have similar skills and are willing to learn then we encourage you to apply anyway. We know that some people hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Toll, we value a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re interested in this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly then please talk to us – you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles we have coming up.
At Toll everyone is welcome including those of all ages, ethnicities, genders and abilities.
To find out more about us visit www.careers.tollgroup.com
You must be entitled to work in Australia and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical.
