_{26th January, 2026}

Seeking a Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) to join a major Australian airline line maintenance operation in Brisbane, QLD working on the Dash 8 Q400 or A220 on a 4-on, 4-off roster (permanent night shift).
  
Quick Overview

• Role: Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME) – Dash 8 Q400 or A220
• City/Airport: Brisbane, YBBN
• Aircraft: De Havilland Canada Dash 8 — QSeries (Q400) or Airbus A220
• Shift: 4-on, 4-off (permanent night shift) roster
• Work Type: Line Maintenance
• Terms: Ongoing Casual

Role Description

As a Dash 8 Q400 or A220 LAME on line ops, you’ll own mechanical airworthiness at the gate: complete transit/daily checks, troubleshoot defects to the AMM/FIM/TSM, action MEL/CDL, and certify CRS. You’ll coordinate with flight crew, MCC and logistics to clear defects within operational timeframes, raise tech-log entries/work packs, and maintain tooling control and SMS discipline. Expect rotating day/night shifts in a live operational environment.
  
Why Apply Through Sigma Aerospace Workforce?

Fast Turnaround & Confirmation: Our team has direct lines of contact with team leaders – no waiting 12 weeks: we get great applications in front of the engineering hiring manager in 48 hours.

Integrated Aircraft Maintenance Training & Licencing: Our award-finalist training college offers acclaimed training for aircraft engineers – with streamlined pathways to exclusion removal, multi-category licencing, type ratings, & Licence Requalification.

Market Knowledge: We work with engineers and airlines across the Asia-Pacific and constantly compared to market rates—our benchmarked salary offers mean you won’t be lowballed.

Dedicated Support Team: Our team work exclusively in aviation, with aircraft engineers—and we’re not HR; we answer the phone, understand your needs, and champion your career goals first.
  
Essential Requirements

• Required Role Experience: Line Maintenance experience on Dash 8 Q400 (Q-Series) or A220
• Maintenance Qualification / Licence: Licence (Unrestricted) + Q400 Type or A220
• Work Rights / Location: Must be in Australia or Brisbane-based or able to relocate quickly
• Clearances / Tickets: ASIC, AOD, Valid Driver’s Licence
• Skills: Troubleshooting, defect rectification, documentation discipline, operational mindset
• Attitude: Positive, Proactive, Communicator, Team-Player, Follows Direction

Role Benefits

• Ongoing Casual role 
• 4-on / 4-off roster (permanent night shift)
• Brisbane base – line maintenance environment
• Dedicated aviation specialist support team

About Sigma Aerospace Workforce

Sigma’s Workforce division is Australia’s leading provider of direct recruitment, contingent labour & on-hire labour for Commercial Aviation, GA, & Defence – we source engineers and place them directly into roles with airlines, AMOs & MROs, as well as providing contracted workforce capabilities for airlines when they need surge capacity. Our wider group also undertakes Line and Heavy maintenance services in-house.
  
Sigma Aerospace Group is one of Australia's most trusted award-winning independent aviation groups—combining aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul, engineer training, and workforce solutions under one roof. With operations across five states, CASA and ASQA approvals, and a track record of delivering for leading operators and Defence suppliers, Sigma is known for being fast, technically sharp, and execution-focused.
  
Contact Phone: (02) 7250 6181 ext 104 (Jessica) or (02) 7250 6186 ext 110 (Elaine)
Email: careers@sigmaaerospace.com.au
Website: careers.sigmaaerospace.com.au
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Linkedin: linkedin.com/company/sigmaaerospace

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