Aircraft Maintenance Planner

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Aircraft Maintenance Planner to join our remote operations team. The role coordinates and schedules all heavy and line maintenance for the fleet, generating long- and short-term plans, managing replacements, and ensuring compliance with SACAA and manufacturer instructions.

You will work with maintenance, engineering and supply chain to ensure parts, personnel and facilities are available on time, producing work packs and tracking progress from a fully remote

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or equivalent experience in aircraft maintenance.
• At least 4 years in aircraft maintenance planning or scheduling.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and maintenance programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive aircraft maintenance plans, including scheduled checks, component replacements, and modifications.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams, engineering, and supply chain to ensure timely availability of parts, personnel, and facilities.
• Generate work packages and task cards for scheduled maintenance events, ensuring clarity and completeness.
• Monitor the progress of maintenance activities, making adjustments to the plan as needed to address unforeseen issues or changes.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., SACAA) and manufacturer’s maintenance programs.
• Track aircraft status and maintenance due lists, proactively planning for upcoming requirements.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance planning

ERP systems

Time management

Remote coordination

Education

Trade qualification in aircraft maintenance

Tools

AMOS

SAP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and organized Aircraft Maintenance Planner to join their remote operations team. This role is vital in coordinating and scheduling all heavy and line maintenance activities for their fleet, ensuring maximum aircraft availability and minimal downtime. You will be responsible for generating long-term and short-term maintenance plans, managing component replacements, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements and manufacturer recommendations. This position requires a thorough understanding of aircraft maintenance processes and excellent organizational skills to manage complex schedules from a remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive aircraft maintenance plans, including scheduled checks, component replacements, and modifications.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams, engineering, and supply chain to ensure timely availability of parts, personnel, and facilities.
• Generate work packages and task cards for scheduled maintenance events, ensuring clarity and completeness.
• Monitor the progress of maintenance activities, making adjustments to the plan as needed to address unforeseen issues or changes.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., SACAA) and manufacturer's maintenance programs.
• Track aircraft status and maintenance due lists, proactively planning for upcoming requirements.

Requirements

• Relevant trade qualification or experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in aircraft maintenance planning or scheduling.
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems, maintenance procedures, and relevant regulations.
• Proficiency with maintenance planning software and ERP systems (e.g., AMOS, SAP).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with various departments remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holiday leave.
• Opportunities for professional development in maintenance planning and aviation management.
• A supportive team environment focused on efficiency and operational excellence.