Role: B2 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME)
City/Airport: Cairns, QLD
Aircraft: De Havilland Canada Dash 8 Classic family
Shift: TBC
Work Type: B2 LAME support for Dash 8 Classic operations
Terms: Casual / Contingent | Approximately 4 weeks | FIFO indicated
Start: Ideally from the 21st September, with sooner availability also considered

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Role Description

B2 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer required for a short-term assignment supporting Dash 8 Classic operations in Cairns.
This role is expected to run for approximately four weeks and is suited to a B2 LAME who already holds the required Dash 8 Classic type rating and can support the Cairns-based requirement at short notice.
The client has indicated that the preferred commencement is from the 21st, although sooner availability may also be considered. FIFO has been indicated, with specific travel arrangements still to be confirmed.

Why Apply Through Sigma Aerospace Workforce?

Short-Term Opportunity: This is an approximately four-week assignment, making it suitable for candidates seeking focused contract work rather than a long-term commitment.
Cairns-Based Assignment: Support Dash 8 Classic operations in Cairns, with FIFO indicated and travel arrangements to be confirmed.
Specialist Aviation Support: Our team works exclusively in aviation, with aircraft engineers, airlines, AMOs and MROs across Australia and the Asia-Pacific.
Dedicated Support Team: We understand aviation maintenance requirements and work quickly to confirm role details, availability and next steps.

Essential Requirements

Required Role Experience: B2 LAME experience supporting aircraft maintenance operations
Maintenance Qualification / Licence: Current B2 LAME licence
Aircraft Type Rating: Dash 8 Classic type rating is required
Availability: Availability suitable for an approximately four-week assignment in Cairns
Work Rights: Australian work rights required
Rate Expectation: Applicants should be prepared to confirm their rate expectation as part of the screening process
Skills: Aircraft maintenance, approved maintenance data, defect reporting, certification, communication and problem-solving
Attitude: Safety-focused, reliable, proactive, team-oriented and able to work independently

Important Note

General Dash 8 experience is not a substitute for holding the required Dash 8 Classic type rating. Please only apply if you meet the confirmed B2 LAME and Dash 8 Classic type-rating requirement.

Role Benefits

Approximately 4-week assignment
Cairns-based opportunity
Dash 8 Classic work
Casual / Contingent engagement
FIFO indicated
Sooner availability considered

About Sigma Aerospace Workforce

Sigma’s Workforce division is Australia’s leading provider of direct recruitment, contingent labour and on-hire labour for Commercial Aviation, General Aviation and Defence. We source engineers and place them directly into roles with airlines, AMOs and 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 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 major aviation, defence and maintenance organisations, Sigma is known for being fast, technically sharp and execution-focused.

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Phone: 02 7250 6186 (Elaine), 02 9137 6831 (Jessica), 02 4072 6121 (Allan) or 02 4072 5965 (James)

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NOTE: Please ensure that you meet the essential criteria before submitting your application. A cover letter outlining your suitability and availability will also be highly regarded.

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