Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Line Ops – Pietermaritzburg

Placements24

Pietermaritzburg

On-site

ZAR 480,000 - 720,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to join our line operations team. The role ensures airworthiness and operational readiness of a diverse fleet, supporting safe and efficient flight operations in line with aviation standards.

The ideal candidate holds an AME license with relevant type ratings, has 5+ years in line or base maintenance of commercial aircraft, and excels in troubleshooting, documentation, and teamwork.

Qualifications

Valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license with type ratings.
Minimum 5 years in line or base maintenance of commercial aircraft.
Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance per data and regulations.
Inspect, diagnose, and repair systems including airframe, engines, avionics, and electrical.
Maintain detailed maintenance records and parts usage.
Collaborate with flight crews and ground staff to resolve issues.
Adhere to safety protocols and participate in on-call rotations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives in maintenance efficiency.

Skills

AME license

Line/Base maintenance

Troubleshooting

Regulatory compliance

Technical reading

Communication

Job description

The ideal candidate holds an AME license with relevant type ratings, has 5+ years in line or base maintenance of commercial aircraft, and excels in troubleshooting, documentation, and teamwork.

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