Aircraft Interior Refurbishment Specialist

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and retirement benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Opportunities on prestigious aircrafts

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks an Aircraft Interior Refurbishment Specialist to maintain, repair and upgrade cabin interiors, working on seating, galleys and other components. This hybrid role blends on-site hands-on tasks with potential remote collaboration on design and planning within the South African aviation MRO sector, delivering high-quality workmanship that meets stringent aviation standards.

Candidates should bring proven interior maintenance experience, strong attention to detail,

Qualifications

• Proven experience in aircraft interior maintenance, refurbishment, or cabinet making.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft interior drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of aviation regulations pertaining to cabin interiors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and refurbishments on aircraft seating, galleys, lavatories, and overhead bins.
• Install new interior components and modifications according to approved cabin configurations and design specifications.
• Work with upholstery, composite materials, plastics, and wood veneers to achieve high-quality finishes.
• Ensure all interior modifications and repairs comply with FAA, EASA, and SACAA regulations.
• Coordinate with design teams and project managers to plan and execute cabin refurbishment projects.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Aircraft interior refurbishment

Upholstery

Composite materials

Reading interior drawings

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a creative and skilled Aircraft Interior Refurbishment Specialist to join their team in Vereeniging . This role focuses on enhancing the passenger experience by maintaining, repairing, and upgrading aircraft cabin interiors. You will work with a variety of materials, including upholstery, cabinetry, and composite materials, ensuring aesthetic appeal and functional integrity meet stringent aviation standards. This hybrid role offers a blend of on-site work for hands‑on tasks and potential for remote collaboration on design and planning aspects within the South African aviation MRO sector .

Key Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and refurbishments on aircraft seating, galleys, lavatories, and overhead bins.
• Install new interior components and modifications according to approved cabin configurations and design specifications.
• Work with upholstery, composite materials, plastics, and wood veneers to achieve high‑quality finishes.
• Ensure all interior modifications and repairs comply with FAA, EASA, and SACAA regulations.
• Coordinate with design teams and project managers to plan and execute cabin refurbishment projects.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment and adhere to all safety protocols.

Requirements

• Proven experience in aircraft interior maintenance, refurbishment, or cabinet making.
• Skilled in working with upholstery, composite materials, and various finishing techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft interior design drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of aviation regulations pertaining to cabin interiors is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high‑quality workmanship.
• Good communication and teamwork skills for effective collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and prestigious aircraft projects.
• A creative and dynamic work environment with potential for flexible arrangements.
• Contribution to enhancing the passenger travel experience in the aviation industry .