Lead Aircraft Mechanic - Base Heavy Maintenance

Emirates; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Travel benefits

Job summary

Emirates is seeking a Lead Aircraft Mechanic to oversee maintenance on Emirates and third-party aircraft components, ensuring compliance with AMM/IPC and safety standards. You will lead a team under Licensed Engineer guidance, handling routine servicing and critical component replacements.

You will work with the Emirates Flight Training Academy fleet, coordinate with the operations team, and uphold documentation integrity while maintaining a safe, efficient ramp environment in Dubai.

Qualifications

• Experience carrying out maintenance on aircraft in an engineering environment.
• In-depth knowledge of maintenance safety, human factors and general engineering practices.
• Must hold a valid Airport Driving Permit as required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing tasks as required in accordance with maintenance manuals and safety rules.
• Perform component replacements and other maintenance activities under supervision with proper documentation.
• Use specialised tooling/test equipment per manuals and company procedures.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance experience

Maintenance safety

Airport Driving Permit

Education

Diploma in Mechanical / Avionics / Aeronautical Engineering

Job description

Job Purpose

At Base Maintenance, our expert engineers deliver unparalleled service for all aircraft checks, from comprehensive inspections to major system repairs. We handle cabin retrofits, aircraft deliveries, and detailed inspection programs for Airbus A380, A350 and Boeing 777.

Our team excels in timely, cost-effective solutions for A & C checks, engine change, and landing gear changes, along with unscheduled maintenance and pre-service checks.

As a Lead Aircraft Mechanic you will be Responsible for carrying out maintenance tasks on Emirates and third-party aircraft components in accordance with laid down procedures and regulations. The Lead Aircraft Mechanic will work as part of a team under the direction and guidance of the assigned Licensed Engineer within the trade disciplines for which they have been trained.

In this role you will

• Carry out routine servicing tasks as required in accordance with component maintenance manual procedures, observing all safety procedures and manufacturers/company regulations.
• Complete any component replacement and other maintenance activities as directed by immediate supervisor. This will include the ability to obtain and understand Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts catalogue (IPC) or other approved documentation required to carry out this task.
• Effectively use any specialised tooling or test equipment that may be required as part of the checking, testing, replacement or servicing of a system or component. Understand the need for such equipment as referenced in the component manufacturers manuals is essential.
• Communicate at various levels and liaise with other areas over technical issues for all relevant parties to be aware of the aircraft’s serviceability status.
• Understand of the company documentation where it is required that mechanics sign for tasks action on routine documentation to ensure the maintenance of tools, equipment and systems (including ultramain) in the relevant workplace.
• Maintain and ensure the safety of self and others by always taking safety precautions, continuously monitoring the working area and taking corrective action to keep it clean and obstruction free to avoid any accidents.

Specific Job Accountabilities For Emirates Flight Training Academy (EFTA)

• Complete maintenance and servicing activities for the Academy’s fleet to directly contribute to the safety and airworthiness of the academy’s operation.
• Assist in the recovery of an AOG across EFTA operation including diversionary airfields.
• Support the line operation of EFTA aircraft as required by operational needs to ensure the training programme is maintained and that aircraft is clean and prepared for departure.

Qualification

To be considered for the role, you must have the below

• Vocational/ National / Higher National Diploma (12+2 or equivalent) or Apprenticeship in Mechanical, Electronic, Avionics or Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent training with a reputable airline or an approved maintenance organisation.

Knowledge/Skills

• Experience carrying out maintenance on aircraft in an engineering environment.
• In depth knowledge of maintenance safety, human factors and general engineering practices is an essential requirement.
• A complete knowledge of the airport authority regulations regarding Airside Driving and aircraft movements may be a requirement depending on the work discipline. This will include the safe movement around aircraft on the ramp/in base including an understanding of all signs and road markings of working in such an environment if required in this area of operation.
• Must be able to hold a valid Airport Driving Permit as required.

Salary & benefits

Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary and travel benefits that are exclusive to our industry, including discounts on flights and hotels stays around the world. Find out what it’s like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers