Aircraft Structures Mechanic

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement fund

Training opportunities

Hybrid role in Sandton

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Aircraft Structures Mechanic for a hybrid role in Sandton, Gauteng. You will inspect, repair, and modify aircraft structures, ensuring airworthiness and compliance with manuals and data.

Collaborative work with engineers and maintenance staff is essential in a dynamic aviation environment. The role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience, strong repair capabilities, and the ability to work heights and in confined spaces.

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on experience with inspecting and repairing aircraft structures.
• Ability to read maintenance manuals, blueprints, and repair schemes.
• Strong understanding of aviation safety and airworthiness standards.
• Excellent troubleshooting and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect aircraft structures for damage, corrosion, and wear.
• Perform structural repairs to airframes per approved data.
• Fabricate and fit new or modified structural parts.
• Interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints, and repair schemes.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs and modifications performed.

Skills

Aircraft structures

Education

Technical qualification or apprenticeship in aircraft structures maintenance

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Aircraft Structures Mechanic to join their maintenance team in Sandton, Gauteng . This role is crucial for ensuring the structural integrity and airworthiness of aircraft undergoing maintenance. You will be responsible for performing inspections, repairs, and modifications to aircraft airframes and associated structures. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of aircraft structures, repair techniques, and a commitment to safety and quality workmanship. Join a respected organization dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in aviation.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect aircraft structures for damage, corrosion, and wear.
• Perform structural repairs to airframes and associated components according to approved data.
• Fabricate and fit new or modified structural parts.
• Interpret aircraft maintenance manuals, blueprints, and repair schemes.
• Work with various materials including aluminum alloys, steel, and composites.
• Ensure all repairs meet airworthiness regulations and company standards.
• Maintain accurate records of all inspections, repairs, and modifications performed.
• Operate and maintain associated tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized workspace.
• Collaborate with engineers and other maintenance personnel on complex structural issues.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Aircraft Structures Mechanic.
• Proven experience in structural repair and modification of aircraft.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals, structural repair manuals, and blueprints.
• Experience working with various airframe materials.
• Relevant technical qualification or apprenticeship in aircraft structures maintenance.
• Strong understanding of aviation safety and airworthiness standards.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Must be physically capable of performing the duties, including working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Flexibility to work various shifts if required.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement fund contributions, and ongoing training and development opportunities.
• This hybrid role, based in Sandton, Gauteng , offers a chance to advance your career in a dynamic aviation environment.