Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

What you’ll be doing

The objective of the Reliability Analyst is to support continuous review and analysis of aircraft data, ensuring the accuracy and overall effectiveness of the reliability program is maintained and delivers continued safe operations in line with performance targets in the most cost effective manner.

The Reliability Analyst is responsible for the ongoing review of the reliability program, as well as the development of reports/analysis methods to determine the reliability or components, equipment and processes and identify areas of improvement.

As a Reliability Analyst you will play a key role as an initiator, enabler and project leader of innovative development within the team leading to enhanced Reliability Program outcomes leveraging off the latest advances in digital technology.

This role is a full time, permanent position base at the Brisbane Airport Hangar.

This will include but not be limited to…

• Initiate actions to enhance aircraft fleet performance and to deliver aircraft dispatch reliability targets.
• Provide technical analysis of performance data to optimise System & amp component reliability and increase component time on wing
• Enhance data analytics capability using tools and platforms, leveraging off OEM In Service Data Program (ISDP) cost effectively to improve fleet reliability and benchmarking metrics
• Development of customized IT applications for visualisation of real time fleet performance data
• Engineering focal for partnering with digital platforms (eg: Power BI) ensuring benefits of data services such as creation of customized analytics tools and dashboards
• Reliability database management as well as Reliability program review analysis to validate and update Performance Alerts
• Assessing delays and cancellations via the Delay Management Process to identify chronic ATA faults and correctly allocate Tech Chargeable delays to the respective ATA
• Initiate maintenance actions to address chronic ATA system faults to prevent recurrences and consequential operations disruptions

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

• Hold or have held an aircraft engineer license or have a qualification in aviation maintenance management at least at diploma level or equivalent / or have an extensive reliability/IT analysis background.
• Relevant work experience with at least 3 years in an Airline Engineering role for aircraft that are the same, or of a similar type, as the aircraft operated by the airline would be highly regarded
• Advanced Computer and Data Analysis Skills, Trax Operating Systems (EMS) would be beneficial but not essential.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance regulations and standards applicable to the aircraft maintenance programs and reliability programs
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with external and internal stakeholders
• Demonstrated knowledge of continuing airworthiness, aircraft maintenance and appropriate regulatory requirements

What you’ll get from us

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

• Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
• Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide
• Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services
• Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health
• Opportunities for flexible working arrangements
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• ‘Dress for Your Day’ – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you.

When everyone is included, everyone wins

We’re all individuals. And we love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.

Ready to apply?

We’re ready to hear from you. Apply now.