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Full-time
professional certificate
Competitive remuneration package, Regular salary increases, World-class on-the-job training, Support for further study, Exposure to global opportunities
Posted 12d ago
Apply by Sep 30
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The role involves participating in a two-year apprenticeship to become a qualified Aeronautical Engineer specializing in V2500 engine MRO processes. Responsibilities include engine disassembly, inspection, assembly, and testing within a modern workshop environment.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed a New Zealand Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Pre-Employment Skills) Level 3 and be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. Applicants should possess a flexible mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to work rotating fortnightly shifts.
Christchurch Engine Centre is a joint venture of two pioneers and leaders of their industry - Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand. We are specialized in the overhaul and repair of the Pratt & Whitney V2500-A5 engines. Our top-ranked facility at Christchurch International Airport is a trusted service provider for several commercial airlines around the globe. By combining latest technologies and excellent engineering skills, with a unique company culture Christchurch Engine Centre delivers a world class service our customers can rely on. We take great pride in our most important resource: Our people. As part of the Christchurch Engine Centre team, you will work alongside experienced professionals in a highly modern environment while being supported by continuous training and professional development. We succeed together living up to the values safety, empowering our people, integrity, dependability, quality, owning our story and driving profitability.
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME
Join our two-year program to become a qualified Aeronautical Engineer, following the apprenticeship, you will work as a permanent employee. Our Apprenticeship Program will provide you with experience in all aspects of engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), from disassembly and inspection though to assembly and engine testing. At the end of the program you will have achieved a New Zealand Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Applied Skills) strand Powerplant – Level 4 and be a specialist in V2500 engine MRO processes.
During the apprenticeship you will become familiar with engine disassembly, inspection, assembly, and testing and you will advance your knowledge in repair methods, maintenance planning, release to service and quality and compliance.
For 2027, we will have intakes in February, June, and October.
YOUR PROFILE
Completed a New Zealand Certificate in Aeronautical Engineering (Pre-Employment Skills) – Level 3
Legally entitled to work in New Zealand
Lead with Integrity
Good communication and teamwork skills
High level of accuracy and eye for detail
Flexible mindset and willingness to learn and develop
Ability to comply with a strong safety and quality culture
Comfortable to work on rotating fortnightly shift: Mon to Fri 7.00am – 3.30pm and Sun to Thu 3.45pm – 12.15am
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Structured rotational program and world-class on-the-job training
Shift work on a rotating fortnightly pattern
Competitive remuneration package with regular increases
Modern and progressive facility
Exposure to global opportunities as part of the Pratt & Whitney MRO network
Support for further study, including LAME
Culture, wellbeing, diversity, equity, and inclusion team committed to creating a safe and fun work environment
About the Organisation
Christchurch Engine Centre, a joint venture between Pratt & Whitney and Air New Zealand, delivers world-class maintenance, repair, and overhaul services across all IAE V2500 engine variants and is adding capability for the new PW1100G-JM engine late in 2026. Pratt & Whitney, an RTX business, is globally recognised for designing, manufacturing, and servicing aircraft engines and auxiliary power units for commercial, military, and business aviation.
We are an expanding business and require more great people to support the growth and long-term success of the company.
Our people are at the heart of what we do. As part of the Christchurch team, you’ll collaborate with experienced professionals in a state-of-the-art facility, with ongoing training and development opportunities to support your career growth.
How to Apply
Please apply with an up-to-date CV, a cover letter and pre-trade certificate. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss their application.
To discover more about Christchurch Engine Center, visit www.pwnz.com
We appreciate your keen interest in this opportunity and thank you for taking the time to submit your applications. Please ensure all required materials are submitted by the deadline.
Applications close on 30 September 2026. Please note that applications will be reviewed after the closing date.
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.
Offices: Arlington, VA, US
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