Aircraft Line Maintenance Technician — Ramp-Ready & Quick-Repair

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Shift allowances

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Aircraft Line Maintenance Technician to ensure airworthiness during transit and overnight stops at East London. You will perform scheduled checks, rectify defects, and troubleshoot aircraft systems to keep planes flight-ready.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of line maintenance experience, a relevant trade certification, and the ability to work under time constraints in a ramp/ hangar environment. Join a safety-focused team focused on reliable operations.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years of aircraft line maintenance experience.
• Read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Knowledge of aviation regulations and safety procedures for line maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine line maintenance checks (A-checks, transit checks, overnight checks).
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft system defects as reported or via inspections.
• Interpret manuals, diagrams and maintenance instructions to perform repairs accurately.
• Replace defective parts following approved procedures.
• Document all maintenance tasks in the aircraft logbook and records.
• Maintain a safe, organized ramp and hangar workspace.
• Collaborate with flight crew, dispatch and maintenance personnel.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Education

Trade certification in aircraft maintenance

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Aircraft Line Maintenance Technician to ensure airworthiness during transit and overnight stops at East London. You will perform scheduled checks, rectify defects, and troubleshoot aircraft systems to keep planes flight-ready.

Applicants should have at least 2 years of line maintenance experience, a relevant trade certification, and the ability to work under time constraints in a ramp/ hangar environment. Join a safety-focused team focused on reliable operations.