Material Requirements Planner
Location: Virgin Australia Hangar – Brisbane
Fixed Term contract -  8 Month Contract (Full Time)

Hello. We’re Virgin Australia.
We’re the airline that does things differently. The Virgin way. With big ambitions and a bold commitment to making flying better than "nice," we’re creating extraordinary experiences for our guests. Safety sits at the heart of everything we do—in the air, on the ground, and in our workplaces. To achieve this, we need exceptional leaders passionate about driving safety, resilience, and innovation.

Your Role

The  Material Requirements Planner (MRP) role is a dynamic and essential position that bridges operational planning, supply chain management, and cost-efficiency in aeronautical material support.

What You’ll Do….

• Identify and co-ordinate timely and seamless supply of operator supplied materials to Virgin Australia’s vast network of global AMOs and MROs;
• Reduce supply chain risks to keep our fleet on schedule and on budget.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Monitor vendor performance and occasionally travel domestically or internationally to address operational needs.

You’ll be great in this role if you have…

• Supply Chain Mastery: Experience in Supply Chain disciplines which may include Warehousing, Repair Cycle, Purchasing, Inventory Planning, Inventory Optimisation, Material Requirements Planning, Freight Management, Contract Management, Vendor Performance Management, Procurement or AOG desk experience
• Tech Savvy:  Intermediate (Microsoft  Office). Knowledge of Trax or Supply systems advantageous
• Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in coordinating diverse stakeholders in fast-paced environments.
• Communication Pro: Clear and concise, whether reporting or collaborating with teams.

Desirable:

• Aviation Know-How: Knowledge of engineering, maintenance planning, and/or aeronautical components.

Why You’ll Love This Role

At Virgin Australia, diversity and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords—they’re our culture. You’ll join a team where your ideas are valued, and your work will have a lasting impact on one of Australia’s most iconic brands. With opportunities for personal growth and professional development, this is more than a job—it’s a career-defining opportunity.

And don’t forget the perks…

• Heavily discounted air travel for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year) 
• Flexible working arrangements (including work hours and work from home) 
• Discounts on travel insurance, car hire, accommodation and experiences worldwide 
• Discounted Virgin Australia Lounge membership  
• Hospitality, retail, technology, beauty services and wellness discounts 
• Wellness support, including the Converge digital wellbeing platform  
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, which offers confidential coaching and support from qualified professionals for all aspects of life – physical, mental, social and financial 
• Dress for Your Day – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever is appropriate for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you 

Ready to Apply! We are ready to hear from you!