Aircraft Cabin Interior Technician

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training opportunities

Modern workshop facilities

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Cabin Interior Technician to join our maintenance facility in Bloemfontein. You will maintain and refurbish aircraft interiors, including seating, galleys, lavatories, and cabin panels, ensuring comfort, safety, and visual appeal.

You will inspect interiors, perform repairs, replacements, and cosmetic upgrades, and work closely with engineering and cabin services teams to uphold aviation standards and quality across the fleet.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as aircraft cabin technician or related field (e.g., upholstery, interior repair).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and repair manuals.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Inspect aircraft cabin interiors for wear, damage or defects and identify repairs.
• Perform repairs and replacements of seating components, upholstery, carpets, and panels.
• Refurbish and maintain galley and lavatory systems for function and hygiene.
• Carry out cosmetic repairs and upgrades to cabin interior aesthetics.
• Ensure all work complies with aviation standards, safety regulations, and company specifications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Reading drawings

Safety compliance

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Aircraft Cabin Interior Technician to join their maintenance facility in Bloemfontein . This role focuses on maintaining and refurbishing the interior components of aircraft, including seating, galleys, lavatories, overhead bins, and cabin furnishings. You will perform repairs, replacements, and cosmetic enhancements to ensure a high standard of passenger comfort and cabin aesthetics. Working closely with the engineering and cabin services teams, you will contribute to an exceptional passenger experience by ensuring that cabin interiors are safe, functional, and visually appealing, upholding the airline's commitment to quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect aircraft cabin interiors for wear, damage, or defects, and identify necessary repairs.
• Perform repairs and replacements of seating components, upholstery, carpets, and cabin panels.
• Refurbish and maintain galley and lavatory systems to ensure functionality and hygiene.
• Carry out cosmetic repairs and upgrades to enhance the overall appearance of the cabin interior.
• Ensure all work complies with aviation standards, safety regulations, and company specifications.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an aircraft cabin technician or in a related field (e.g., upholstery, furniture repair with a strong mechanical aptitude).
• Skilled in using hand and power tools relevant to interior repair and fabrication.
• Familiarity with aircraft interior components and maintenance requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and repair manuals.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for specialized training in aircraft interior maintenance.
• A stable work environment with modern workshop facilities in Bloemfontein .
• Contribute to the comfort and satisfaction of thousands of passengers.
• Potential for advancement within the maintenance department.