An excellent opportunity exists for a suitably qualified and highly motivated individual or highly motivated individual willing to be trained in all aspects of the role to join the REX Engineering team as a full-time Trades Assistant, located in Adelaide, SA.
Reporting:
This position reports to the Line Maintenance Supervisor.
Position Responsibilities:
- Ensuring all work performed by them is to the highest standard and in accordance with the appropriate approved data.
- Perform facility, tooling and asset maintenance & cleaning as required.
- Assorted workplace housekeeping and ad-hoc duties as directed by the Workshop Supervisor.
- Assist Logistics Department with Stores duties.
- Test & Tag of Electrical Appliance through the facility.
- For aircraft in maintenance and operations, carry out exterior and interior cleaning as required.
- Assist Aircraft Maintenance Engineers in aircraft and component maintenance and refurbishment as required.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Be able to hold an Aviation Security Identity Card
- Full Australian working rights
- Pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
- Valid Australian State driver’s license
Key Selection Criteria:
- Proven self-starter with flexible attitude
- Demonstrated hand skills
- Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised
- Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment
- Have a high level of attention to detail
- Working knowledge of OH&S procedures
Desirable Criteria (training will be provided where necessary):
- Forklift license
- Trade experience
- Test & Tag Certificate
Conditions:
Wage rates and conditions apply as per the Regional Express Aircraft Engineers Agreement.
This is a day worker role requiring 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The current salary is approximately $54000. The EBA is under negotiation and the salary is expected to rise to $58000 when the new agreement comes into effect.
To Apply:
Please submit your application with a copy of your CV and cover letter addressing the above criteria by close of business 20th March 2026.
REX is an equal opportunity employer