Location: Edinburgh, SA
Work Type: Full Time (Flexible options including 9-day fortnight)
Join the Airbus maintenance team in Edinburgh as a Technical Toolstore Support (GSE Fitter). In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and testing of aviation Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Support & Test Equipment (S&TE).
You will ensure our ground-based equipment is mission-ready, supporting both local and deployed operations to achieve critical capability outcomes for our customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintenance & Repair: Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on GSE and S&TE, including hydraulic and electrical systems.
- Inspections: Conduct technical inspections on procurement and vendor returns to ensure regulator standards are met.
- Stock & Tooling: Manage tooling controls, identify breakdown spares, and perform weekly stock checks on Ground Power Units and Hans Rigs.
- Compliance: Carry out Test & Tag of portable electrical equipment and maintain accurate digital records.
- Vendor Liaison: Maintain strong relationships with local vendors and supervise onsite contractors.
- Operational Support: Support maintenance services locally and in domestic or international deployed locations.
We are looking for a collaborative professional who thrives in a high-performing, integrated team environment. You are a clear communicator, detail-oriented, and comfortable working to deadlines in a continuous improvement setting.
Desirable Skills & Experience:
- Experience within a Defence or Aviation
- Background in hydraulic and electrical systems (specifically Hydraulic Test Stand Systems or Technical Electronics).
- Understanding of maintenance policy, support engineering, and supply chain interdependencies.
- A proactive commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Cert III in GSE Tech or Cert IV in Aeroskills.
- Restricted Electrical Licence / Test & Tag certification.
- Forklift Ticket / High-Risk Licence (EWP above 11m) / Working at Heights.
Airbus is committed to your growth; we provide support for type-specific experience and applications for maintenance task authorisations.
We recognise performance and reward outcomes. At Airbus, you'll enjoy a holistic benefits package designed to support your health, your bank balance, and your lifestyle.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options, including a 9-day fortnight.
- Financial Rewards: Global profit sharing, Employee Share Ownership Plan, and shopping/travel discounts.
- Health & Wellbeing: Onsite physiotherapy, confidential counselling, and BUPA/Defence Health corporate rates.
- Growth: A dedicated commitment to your professional development through classroom and online learning.
- Convenience: Free secure onsite parking.
Airbus Australia is a leader in the aerospace industry, supporting the RAAF's MC-55A Peregrine, P-8A Poseidon, and C-130J Hercules, alongside the Army's ARH Tiger helicopters. With a network of local facilities and global expertise, we are at the forefront of aviation innovation.
Diversity & Inclusion: We strongly encourage applications from female candidates, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people, and ex-defence personnel.
Requirements:
- Eligible for a high-level Australian Government Security Clearance.
- Capacity to pass pre-employment medical screening (including drug and alcohol testing).
Ready to take your technical career to the next level? Submit your application by 30 August 2026
