Materials Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector
Job Overview
Kia ora!
Are you passionate about precision and quality in aviation? Join our Christchurch Supply Chain Operations team as a Materials Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector and play a vital role in keeping our fleet — and our customers’ aircraft — flying safely and efficiently.
How you’ll make an impact
As a QA Inspector, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that all incoming aircraft parts, materials and components — including those externally repaired — meet strict compliance standards before being released for use. You’ll be the gatekeeper of quality, balancing meticulous inspection with the urgency of operational timeframes.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Inspecting and certifying aircraft parts and components to ensure full compliance with regulatory and company standards
- Reviewing documentation such as Service Bulletins and approved data to validate product integrity
- Managing tight processing deadlines to support timely aircraft availability
- Collaborating with internal teams to resolve quality issues and maintain operational flow
- Upholding safety, performance and customer service standards in every task
- Managing quarantined articles to resolution
What we’re looking for
You’ll thrive in this role if you bring:
- A completed Aircraft Engineering trade or equivalent qualification, plus 5 years aviation trade experience
- Authorisation to certify aircraft or aircraft components
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strong quality focus
- Proficiency in SAP and technical documentation review
- Clear communication skills across all levels of the business
- A proactive, self-starting attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team
What we can offer you
At Air New Zealand, we look after our people. In this role, you’ll enjoy:
- Opportunities to grow your career in aviation quality and supply chain operations
- Access to industry-leading training and development
- A supportive team culture
- Staff travel benefits and discounts across our global network
If you’re ready for a new challenge, apply now via the Air New Zealand Careers site with your up-to-date CV.
Applications close – 8th October 2025