Aircraft Technician - Kuala Lumpur (Based in Dubai, UAE)

Emirates; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Aircraft Technician to perform maintenance on both company and third-party aircraft. Applicants should have over 5 years of experience in an aviation maintenance environment. This role offers a competitive tax-free salary and unique travel benefits. The ideal candidate will hold an apprenticeship in Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent training and be able to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Travel benefits including discounts on flights

Accommodation benefits in Dubai

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aviation maintenance environment as an Aircraft / Engine Technician with a reputable airline or MRO company.
• Apprenticeship in Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent training with a reputable airline.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks on Emirates and third party aircrafts in accordance with company procedures.
• Perform aircraft servicing and structural repairs compliant to manufacturers procedures.
• Assist Licensed Aircraft Engineers in troubleshooting and defect rectifications.

Skills

Aviation maintenance experience

Ability to troubleshoot

Team collaboration

Education

Apprenticeship in Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent

Engineering Aircraft Maintenance License with 7 years experience

Job description

In 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 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.

In this role, you will be

• Responsible for carrying out maintenance tasks on Emirates and third party aircrafts in accordance with company procedures and regulations. The Aircraft Technician works as part of a team under the direction and guidance of the assigned Licensed Aircraft Engineer within the appropriate trade/cross trade disciplines for which they have been trained.
• Carry out routine aircraft/engine/component servicing/ maintenance and/or approved structural repairs compliant to manufacturers procedures whilst observing all safety procedures for fluid replenishment, aircraft refuelling, aircraft systems charging/servicing as required.
• Assist Licensed Aircraft Engineers in trouble shooting, defect rectifications and carrying out modifications while also performing instructions contained in job card.
• Participate and promote in creating a safety culture in an effort to minimise accidents and highlight any deficiencies/failures that can lead to such accidents. Ensure all work locations are kept clean and maintain excellent housekeeping.
• Ensure prompt attendance to all allocated tasks with the intent to maximise ground time and avoid operational delays/disruptions. This includes obtaining aircraft/component status brief from Licensed Aircraft Engineer (LAE), reports and preparing work accordingly.
• As and when required, use current knowledge and experience in aircraft maintenance to assist in Resource allocation using RMS / RTC.

To be considered for this role

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in aviation maintenance environment as an Aircraft / Engine Technician with a reputable airline or MRO company.
• Education: Apprenticeship in Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent training with a reputable airline or an approved aircraft maintenance organisation or Engineering Aircraft Maintenance License (with 7 years experience).

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 hotel stays around the world. You can find out more information about our employee benefits in the Working Here section of our website www.emirates.com/careers. Further information on what’s it like to live and work in our cosmopolitan home city, can be found in the Dubai Lifestyle section.