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zkengr
15th Jul 2011, 02:55
Saw the below ad on seek.co.nz, does anyone know what QDS are planning to do here?
There's barely enough work for one player in the local defence market, and Air NZ already own it.



Program Manager


Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and evolving business
Start-up operation for Qantas Defence Services in New Zealand
Executive level role - Initial 6 month fixed term contract
Qantas Defence Services (QDS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Qantas Airways Ltd and is dedicated to providing aircraft maintenance services predominantly to the Defence Sector. QDS specializes in deeper level maintenance, repair and modification of our customers' aircraft. QDS is responsible for support of Defence and Civil aircraft in the areas of Airframe, Engine, Avionics and Component Maintenance, including aircraft modification and upgrade. Comprehensive engineering, logistics and warehouse services are also maintained to fully support these aircraft maintenance programs.

Your new position as New Zealand Program Manager will see you project managing the development of a New Zealand branch of Qantas Defence Services. Initially based in Auckland, NZ this role will be responsible for initial set up and full ongoing services of all new NZ based businesses, including the management of all aspects of repairs and maintenance activities.

In return, Qantas Defence Services will offer you a diverse and attractive range of benefits, and a variety of career options arising from the complexity and specialisation of the various businesses.




You will be responsible for:

Developing the QDS New Zealand Strategic and Operational plans;
Providing effective management and leadership for the QDS NZ business unit;
Effective communications with stakeholders;
Ensuring consistency and adherence to Qantas Group Policies and customer directives;
Developing and meeting revenue and other financial goals; and
Managing all requirements for off site program technical support for sub-contracted repair, overhaul & maintenance activities.
To be successful in this role you will display:

Tertiary qualification in Engineering or Business or equivalent experience;
Proven experience in Project Management, ideally within a defence environment;
Experience in developing Business Plans and meeting targets;
Extensive People Management and Coaching experience with proven ability to motivate staff and generate high performing teams;
Familiarity with CASA/FAA/EASA Regulatory environments and requirements;
Sound knowledge of OH&S Regulations and safety programs; and
Ability to hold and maintain relevant Defence Clearance.
Applications close Sunday 17 July 2011

MonsterC01
15th Jul 2011, 03:46
Probably looking at setting up shop in NZ so they can ship all their Australian Defence Force work over there on the cheap. Along with their Onestar cadets, trans-tasman pilots, cabin crew and whoever else they've outsourced to NZ over the last decade. Pretty soon Qantas/Onestar will be the national airline of NZ. :rolleyes:

empacher48
15th Jul 2011, 04:37
It sounds like the next step in shifting the entire QANTAS operation overseas. I guess NZ is closer than China or India..

BrissySparkyCoit
15th Jul 2011, 15:04
China.... India.... NZ.... I guess most 3rd world countries are cheaper than Australia :p

I know the perfect candidate for this job! Speaks fluent Kiwi, has management experience in QF and in defence facilities!! :ok: