Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Heavy Maintenance

Placements24; George; Vor Ort; ZAR 420.000 - 520.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Pension fund

Medical aid

Training & type ratings

Uniform & tool allowance

Career progression

Diverse aircraft exposure

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician for our client in George, Western Cape. You will perform heavy maintenance, line maintenance, and repairs on a range of aircraft, ensuring airworthiness and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a trade qualification, 5+ years of hands-on experience with large commercial aircraft, and current type ratings. You will work within a safety-focused team, maintaining meticulous records and supporting ongoing training and progression.

Qualifikationen

• Trade Certificate in Aircraft Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (e.g., Artisan Qualification).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician, with a strong focus on heavy maintenance.
• Proven experience with large commercial aircraft (e.g., Boeing, Airbus families) is essential.
• Hold current and relevant aircraft type ratings and/or component ratings.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding technical manuals, service bulletins, and maintenance procedures.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with SACAA regulations and standards.
• Excellent practical skills and a high level of manual dexterity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a demanding operational environment.
• Must be physically fit and able to work at heights and in confined spaces.

Aufgaben

• Perform scheduled heavy maintenance, line maintenance, and unscheduled repairs on various aircraft types.
• Conduct thorough inspections of airframes, engines, and related systems, identifying and rectifying defects.
• Interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and engineering drawings to guide maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic system issues.
• Replace or repair aircraft components and structures in accordance with approved technical data and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of all maintenance performed, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Collaborate effectively with fellow technicians, supervisors, and quality assurance personnel.
• Participate in shift work and overtime as required to meet operational demands.

Kenntnisse

Aircraft maintenance

Troubleshooting

Manual dexterity

Reading manuals

Independent & teamwork

Ausbildung

Artisan Qualification in Aircraft Mechanical or Electrical

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is a prominent player in the aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) sector, and they are actively searching for a skilled and dedicated Aircraft Maintenance Technician to join their facility in George, Western Cape . This role is pivotal in ensuring the airworthiness and operational readiness of a diverse fleet of aircraft through meticulous heavy maintenance procedures. You will be part of a team committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and quality. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on technician looking to advance their career in a stable and growing industry, working with modern aircraft and contributing to the vital infrastructure of aviation.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled heavy maintenance, line maintenance, and unscheduled repairs on various aircraft types.
• Conduct thorough inspections of airframes, engines, and related systems, identifying and rectifying defects.
• Interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and engineering drawings to guide maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic system issues.
• Replace or repair aircraft components and structures in accordance with approved technical data and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of all maintenance performed, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Adhere strictly to safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Collaborate effectively with fellow technicians, supervisors, and quality assurance personnel.
• Participate in shift work and overtime as required to meet operational demands.

Requirements

• Trade Certificate in Aircraft Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (e.g., Artisan Qualification).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician, with a strong focus on heavy maintenance.
• Proven experience with large commercial aircraft (e.g., Boeing, Airbus families) is essential.
• Hold current and relevant aircraft type ratings and/or component ratings.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding technical manuals, service bulletins, and maintenance procedures.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) regulations and standards.
• Excellent practical skills and a high level of manual dexterity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a demanding operational environment.
• Must be physically fit and able to work at heights and in confined spaces.

Benefits

• Annual salary package up to R , commensurate with experience.
• Contribution to a pension fund and optional medical aid plan.
• Ongoing training and type rating development opportunities.
• Uniform and tool allowance provided.
• Safe and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression within a reputable MRO provider.
• Exposure to diverse aircraft types and advanced maintenance technologies.
• Be part of a critical service supporting the aviation industry in George, Western Cape .