Aircraft Sheet Metal Worker

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 248,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Modern workshop facilities

Ongoing training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Aircraft Sheet Metal Worker to join the structural repair team in Benoni. You will fabricate, fit, and install sheet metal parts for aircraft fuselage, wings, and other components, ensuring compliance with aviation standards.

Ideal candidates have craftsmanship, keen attention to detail, and solid understanding of aircraft structures and materials. The role offers opportunities to work on diverse aircraft types with modern workshop facilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in aircraft sheet metal work or similar structural repair.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings and repair manuals.
• Skilled with sheet metal fabrication tools and techniques (riveting, drilling, forming).
• Strong understanding of aircraft structural repair principles and materials.

Responsibilities

• Repair, fabricate, and install sheet metal components on aircraft structures per blueprints and manuals.
• Perform precision measurements, cutting, shaping, drilling, and riveting of sheet metal.
• Inspect parts for fit, defects, and compliance with specs.
• Operate shop tools and machinery safely (shears, brakes, presses, drills).
• Collaborate with engineers/technicians to meet structural integrity requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Sheet metal fabrication

Riveting

Technical drawings

Team collaboration

Tools

Riveting tools

Drills

Forming tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Aircraft Sheet Metal Worker to join their structural repair team in Benoni . This role is crucial for maintaining the structural integrity of aircraft by performing repairs and modifications to the aircraft fuselage, wings, and other metallic components. You will work with precision to fabricate, fit, and install new or repaired sheet metal parts, ensuring all work meets stringent aviation standards and specifications. The ideal candidate possesses excellent craftsmanship, a keen eye for detail, and a thorough understanding of aircraft structures and materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair, fabricate, and install sheet metal components on aircraft structures, adhering to blueprints, technical manuals, and repair schemes.
• Perform precision measurements, cutting, shaping, drilling, and riveting of various sheet metal materials.
• Inspect repaired or fabricated parts for defects, proper fit, and adherence to specifications.
• Safely operate various shop tools and machinery, including shears, brakes, presses, and drills.
• Work closely with engineers and technicians to understand repair requirements and structural integrity needs.
• Ensure all work complies with company policies, safety regulations, and aviation authority standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Aircraft Sheet Metal Worker or in a similar structural repair role within the aviation industry.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and repair manuals.
• Skilled in using a wide range of sheet metal fabrication tools and techniques, including riveting, drilling, and forming.
• Strong understanding of aircraft structural repair principles and material properties.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a collaborative team.
• A commitment to quality, safety, and precision in all aspects of work.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on diverse aircraft types and challenging structural repairs.
• Access to modern workshop facilities and equipment.
• Continuous training and skill development opportunities.
• Be part of a respected maintenance organization contributing to aviation safety.