Job Description
Job Description
Drive safety, compliance, and operational excellence across QantasLink Engineering & Maintenance.
Lead quality assurance, change, and risk programs that underpin airworthiness and regulatory compliance.
Influence stakeholders and shape continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic, high-impact role.
At Qantas, we understand our priorities and what needs to be delivered, taking the initiative to keep things moving. Navigating through our complex work environment, we bring teams and individuals together to deliver on our customers’ expectations.
Taking ownership is critical. Whether we’re working individually or as a group, we challenge ourselves to make progress and deliver results. We won’t settle for anything less than the best outcome.
This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, managing Quality Assurance programs under CASA Part 42 and 145, embedding Safety Management Systems (SMS), and driving audits, change, and risk initiatives where you’ll partner with engineering and maintenance teams to ensure airworthiness and operational integrity while introducing fresh perspectives to continuous improvement.
This is a high-profile role offering visibility across multiple operational areas and the opportunity to influence quality standards in a complex, regulated environment. If you thrive on problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and making a measurable difference, this is the role for you.
To be successful, you’ll have:
Working knowledge of CASA Part 42 and 145 regulations.
Experience in Safety Management Systems involving quality assurance, risk management, and compliance within aviation or similar regulated industries.
Understanding and knowledge of Quality & Risk management standards and principles.
Ability to analyse and interpret data, with proficiency in tools such as Power BI and Microsoft Office.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence technical and non-technical teams both verbally and in writing.
Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple priorities under pressure and meet deadlines.
Familiarity with IT systems such as Intelex, TRAX, Workday, Comply365, and Flydocs (desirable).
Ability to comply with workplace safety regulations and practices
Lead Auditor certification and aircraft type knowledge (A220, Q400) would be advantageous.
Why the Qantas Group?
You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.
There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at the Qantas Group. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.
The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.
We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.
We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.
We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.
We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
Qantas are equal opportunity employers, so by coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.
Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story – get in touch today.
Applications close Friday 19th December 2026
About us
QantasLink is a consolidated network of regional airlines that connects passengers and communities across Australia. QantasLink is made up of four subsidiary organisations – Eastern Airlines, Sunstate Airlines, National Jet Systems and Network Aviation. Operating as an end-to-end airline, QantasLink harnesses the strength of its regional partnerships and a strong sense of family, to provide meaningful career paths for its more than 2,500 employees.
Drive safety, compliance, and operational excellence across QantasLink Engineering & Maintenance.
Lead quality assurance, change, and risk programs that underpin airworthiness and regulatory compliance.
Influence stakeholders and shape continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic, high-impact role.
At Qantas, we understand our priorities and what needs to be delivered, taking the initiative to keep things moving. Navigating through our complex work environment, we bring teams and individuals together to deliver on our customers’ expectations.
Taking ownership is critical. Whether we’re working individually or as a group, we challenge ourselves to make progress and deliver results. We won’t settle for anything less than the best outcome.
This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership, managing Quality Assurance programs under CASA Part 42 and 145, embedding Safety Management Systems (SMS), and driving audits, change, and risk initiatives where you’ll partner with engineering and maintenance teams to ensure airworthiness and operational integrity while introducing fresh perspectives to continuous improvement.
This is a high-profile role offering visibility across multiple operational areas and the opportunity to influence quality standards in a complex, regulated environment. If you thrive on problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and making a measurable difference, this is the role for you.
To be successful, you’ll have:
Working knowledge of CASA Part 42 and 145 regulations.
Experience in Safety Management Systems involving quality assurance, risk management, and compliance within aviation or similar regulated industries.
Understanding and knowledge of Quality & Risk management standards and principles.
Ability to analyse and interpret data, with proficiency in tools such as Power BI and Microsoft Office.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence technical and non-technical teams both verbally and in writing.
Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple priorities under pressure and meet deadlines.
Familiarity with IT systems such as Intelex, TRAX, Workday, Comply365, and Flydocs (desirable).
Ability to comply with workplace safety regulations and practices
Lead Auditor certification and aircraft type knowledge (A220, Q400) would be advantageous.
Why the Qantas Group?
You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.
There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at the Qantas Group. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.
The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.
We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.
We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.
We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.
We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
Qantas are equal opportunity employers, so by coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.
Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story – get in touch today.
Applications close Friday 19th December 2026
About us
QantasLink is a consolidated network of regional airlines that connects passengers and communities across Australia. QantasLink is made up of four subsidiary organisations – Eastern Airlines, Sunstate Airlines, National Jet Systems and Network Aviation. Operating as an end-to-end airline, QantasLink harnesses the strength of its regional partnerships and a strong sense of family, to provide meaningful career paths for its more than 2,500 employees.
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Principal Quality Assurance Coordinator position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
