Aircraft Structures Mechanic

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Generous annual leave

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Structures Mechanic for a hands-on role in Richards Bay. You will repair, modify, and maintain aircraft airframes and structural components, following manuals, blueprints, and safety standards.

The position focuses on structural integrity and airway compliance within a dedicated maintenance team. You will inspect for damage, corrosion, and fatigue, document repairs in logs, and use metal and composite repair techniques.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to perform sheet metal repairs on aircraft structures.
• Experience with riveting and composite repair techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret structural repair manuals and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Repair and modify fuselage, wings, and control surfaces using metal and composite techniques.
• Read and interpret structural repair manuals and drawings to guide procedures.
• Fabricate, fit, and install structural components as required.
• Inspect for damage, corrosion, and fatigue, documenting findings accurately.
• Ensure all work complies with aviation regulations and company standards.
• Maintain thorough maintenance logs of repairs and inspections.

Skills

Sheet metal repair

Riveting

Composite repair techniques

Interpret structural drawings

Education

High school diploma

Trade certification in aircraft structures

Job description

Our client seeks a skilled and experienced Aircraft Structures Mechanic to join their maintenance operations in Richards Bay. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for the repair, modification, and maintenance of aircraft airframes and structural components to ensure the integrity and safety of the aircraft. This position requires a deep understanding of structural repair techniques and a commitment to upholding the highest aviation standards. You will work within a dedicated maintenance team, contributing to the operational readiness of the fleet in a key coastal aviation hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and modifications to aircraft fuselage, wings, and control surfaces, including metal and composite structures.
• Read and interpret structural repair manuals, blueprints, and technical data to guide repair procedures.
• Fabricate, fit, and install structural components using a variety of tools and equipment.
• Conduct inspections to identify damage, corrosion, and fatigue in aircraft structures.
• Document all structural repairs, modifications, and inspections accurately in the aircraft maintenance logs.
• Ensure all work performed complies with aviation authority regulations and company standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant trade certification or apprenticeship in aircraft structures is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience as an Aircraft Structures Mechanic or similar role.
• Proficiency in sheet metal repair, riveting, and composite repair techniques.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications for structural repairs.
• Strong understanding of aircraft materials and their properties.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Generous annual leave and sick leave allowances.
• Training opportunities to enhance skills in structural repair technologies.
• A supportive work environment with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.