Aircraft Electrical Technician

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Ongoing training

Job security

Team-oriented safety culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Aircraft Electrical Technician to join their Richards Bay maintenance team. You will diagnose, repair, and test complex electrical and avionics systems across the aircraft fleet in a busy workshop.

The ideal candidate holds a trade qualification as an electrician or avionics technician, with proven experience in aircraft electrical systems, schematics, and safety compliance. Ongoing training and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified electrician or avionics technician with aviation-specific training is required.
• Experience with aircraft electrical systems and avionics is essential.
• Proficiency using electrical testing equipment and diagnostic tools is expected.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and repair aircraft electrical systems, including wiring, circuits, generators and batteries.
• Install and modify electrical and avionics equipment per drawings/specifications.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical faults using diagnostic tools and procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance to prevent failures in electrical systems.
• Document all maintenance activities, repairs, and test results in the aircraft logbook.
• Ensure compliance with aviation safety regulations and company procedures.

Skills

Electrical diagnostics

Reading schematics

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Aviation safety awareness

Education

Trade qualification as electrician or avionics technician

Tools

Multimeter

Oscilloscope

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and experienced Aircraft Electrical Technician to join their maintenance team in Richards Bay . This role is essential for maintaining the complex electrical and avionics systems of their aircraft fleet. You will be responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and testing a wide range of electrical components, from basic wiring to advanced navigation and communication systems. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical aptitude, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of aviation safety and performance in a collaborative workshop environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and repair aircraft electrical systems, including wiring, circuits, generators, and batteries.
• Install and modify electrical and avionics equipment according to technical drawings and specifications.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical faults using specialized diagnostic equipment and procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance on aircraft electrical systems to prevent failures.
• Document all maintenance activities, repairs, and test results accurately in the aircraft logbook.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant aviation safety regulations and company procedures.

Requirements

• Trade qualification as an electrician or avionics technician, preferably with aviation-specific training.
• Proven experience working with aircraft electrical systems and avionics.
• Proficiency in using electrical testing equipment and diagnostic tools.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, AC/DC circuits, and aircraft wiring standards.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical manuals.

Benefits

• Attractive salary based on skills and experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Ongoing training opportunities to stay current with evolving aviation technology.
• Secure employment with a respected player in the aviation industry.
• Team-oriented workplace with a focus on safety and quality workmanship.