Aircraft Mechanic

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Overtime opportunities

Type rating opportunities

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, South Africa, seeks a dedicated Aircraft Mechanic to join our maintenance team. You will perform routine maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on various aircraft, ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and maintaining fleet reliability.

You should have proven experience as an Aircraft Mechanic or Technician and hold an AMT certification or equivalent. The role offers a stable career with opportunities for growth and professional development in

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Aircraft Mechanic or Aircraft Technician.
• AMT certification or equivalent qualification.
• Solid understanding of aircraft mechanical systems, including engines, hydraulics, and airframes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adhere to strict safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance checks on aircraft, including inspections and servicing.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues, identifying faulty components and systems.
• Perform repairs and replacements of aircraft parts and systems as required.
• Interpret technical manuals, service bulletins , and work instructions to perform maintenance tasks accurately.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all maintenance performed, parts used, and time expended.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, workshop procedures, and aviation authority requirements

Skills

Aircraft maintenance experience

Team collaboration

Reading technical manuals

Education

Aircraft Maintenance Technician certification (AMT)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and hands-on Aircraft Mechanic to join their maintenance team in Kimberley . This role involves performing routine maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on various types of aircraft. You will be responsible for ensuring that aircraft are maintained to the highest safety and operational standards, complying with all relevant aviation regulations. This is a crucial role for maintaining fleet reliability and safety, offering a stable career in the aviation industry. You will work in a supportive environment with opportunities for growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance checks on aircraft, including inspections and servicing.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues, identifying faulty components and systems.
• Perform repairs and replacements of aircraft parts and systems as required.
• Interpret technical manuals, service bulletins , and work instructions to perform maintenance tasks accurately.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of all maintenance performed, parts used, and time expended.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, workshop procedures, and aviation authority requirements

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Aircraft Mechanic or Aircraft Technician.
• Possession of an Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) certification or equivalent qualification.
• Solid understanding of aircraft mechanical systems, including engines, hydraulics, and airframes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adhere to strict safety protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for overtime.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for acquiring new type ratings and advancing your career.
• Work in a dynamic aviation environment in Kimberley .
• A focus on safety and continuous professional development.