Aircraft Structures Technician

Placements24; Southampton; Presencial; GBP 14.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training opportunities

Annual leave

Exposure to diverse fleet

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Structures Technician for a prominent MRO facility in Randburg. The role involves inspecting, repairing, and fabricating aircraft structures using aluminum, composites, and steel, and ensuring airworthiness through detailed documentation.

The candidate should have a recognized Aircraft Structures or Sheet Metal trade qualification and at least 4 years of experience, with proficiency in rivet work, sheet metal fabrication, and reading technical

Formación

• Recognized technical qualification in Aircraft Structures, Sheet Metal work, or related trade.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as Aircraft Structures Technician.
• Experience repairing and fabricating aircraft structures with various materials.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft structural drawings and manuals.
• Knowledge of riviting, sheet metal fabrication and composite repair techniques.

Responsabilidades

• Inspect aircraft structures for damage, corrosion and fatigue.
• Repair and replace damaged structural components per data and specs.
• Fabricate and fit new parts for structural repairs.
• Work with aluminum, composites and steel materials.
• Interpret engineering drawings and repair schemes.
• Ensure repairs meet airworthiness standards and are documented.

Conocimientos

Riveting & sheet metal fabrication

Reading drawings

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Problem solving

Educación

Aircraft Structures qualification

Sheet Metal trade qualification

Herramientas

Rivet guns

Sheet metal tools

Welding equipment

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility, is seeking a skilled and experienced Aircraft Structures Technician to join their team in Randburg, Gauteng . This role is crucial for maintaining the structural integrity and airworthiness of aircraft. You will be responsible for inspecting, repairing, and fabricating aircraft structures, including fuselages, wings, and control surfaces, using a variety of materials such as aluminum, composites, and steel. This position requires a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of structural principles, and a commitment to upholding the highest safety standards in a busy workshop environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of aircraft structures to identify damage, corrosion, and fatigue.
• Repair and replace damaged structural components according to approved technical data and engineering specifications.
• Fabricate and fit new parts and components for structural repairs.
• Work with various materials including aluminum alloys, composite materials, and steel.
• Use specialized tools and equipment for structural work, including riveting guns, sheet metal tools, and welding equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and repair schemes.
• Perform non-destructive testing (NDT) inspections as required.
• Ensure all structural repairs meet airworthiness requirements and are properly documented.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment, adhering to all safety regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with other maintenance personnel and engineers.

Requirements

• A recognized technical qualification in Aircraft Structures, Sheet Metal work, or a related trade.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience as an Aircraft Structures Technician.
• Proven experience in repairing and fabricating aircraft structures using various materials.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting aircraft structural drawings and technical manuals.
• Experience with riveting, sheet metal fabrication, and composite repair techniques.
• Knowledge of aircraft structural integrity principles and relevant regulations.
• Good manual dexterity and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a demanding environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, as operational demands require.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of up to R .
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for advancement and specialized training.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Work with a diverse fleet of aircraft in a well-established MRO facility located in Randburg .
• Exposure to modern structural repair technologies and techniques.