At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain H60 Blackhawk helicopters and support equipment to high standards.
- Company: Touchdown Helicopters, a leading operator in Australia with a diverse fleet.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hands-on experience, and potential for ongoing work.
- Other info: Opportunity to work in beautiful Victoria during the summer season.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on exciting firefighting operations.
- Qualifications: FAA licensed S70/H60 engineer with at least 3 years of experience.
The predicted salary is between 70 - 70 $ per hour.
Touchdown Helicopters is seeking an additional contractor FAA licensed S70/H60 rated engineer for the Australian summer. The role will be based in Victoria, Australia, with a start date in October 2026 and a commitment until at least the end of March 2027, with ongoing work for the right applicant.
Key responsibilities:
- Maintain a H60 Blackhawk helicopter, and associated support equipment (fire-fighting tank and bucket) in the field, to a high standard.
- Assist with PMI’s in the hangar pre/post fire season.
About you:
- FAA licensed S70/H60 rated engineer – minimum 3 years experience on the H60.
- Field maintenance experience on fire-fighting type operations on other types.
- H60 PMI maintenance experience.
About us:
Touchdown Helicopters is a Wollongong, NSW, Australia based company that currently operates a fleet of 11 helicopters, including 3 x H60’s, 1 x UH1H, 4 x AS350 (SD1/B2/B3), and 3 x R44’s. We hold contracts in Victoria and Indonesia and operate all over Australia.
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