Aircraft Technical Records Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund options

Paid annual leave

Paid sick leave

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work in Mossel Bay

Job summary

Placements24 has an opening for an Aircraft Technical Records Specialist at their Mossel Bay, Western Cape facility. The role blends on-site oversight with remote work to manage comprehensive airworthiness records.

You will maintain maintenance logs, airframe, engine, and component histories, ensure regulatory compliance (SACAA, EASA, FAA), and support audits, transitions, and data integrity across a diverse aircraft fleet.

Qualifications

• A background in aviation with knowledge of aircraft maintenance principles.
• Experience in aircraft technical records management or similar administrative role.
• Familiarity with aviation regulations for record-keeping and airworthiness.
• Proficiency with computer systems and database management software.
• Exceptional attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment.
• Proactive problem-solving and commitment to data integrity.
• High school diploma; further aviation administration education is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all aircraft technical records, including maintenance logs, airframe and engine records, and component histories.
• Ensure that records are accurate, complete, and comply with regulatory requirements (SACAA, EASA, FAA).
• Process and verify incoming maintenance documentation from engineers and technicians.
• Conduct regular audits of technical records to identify discrepancies or missing information.
• Assist in preparing documentation for aircraft transition, sale, or lease.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, customers, and internal departments regarding technical record queries.
• Archive historical records according to company policy and regulatory retention periods.
• Utilize aviation maintenance software systems to manage and track technical data.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and confidentiality requirements.
• Support engineering and maintenance teams by providing access to required technical documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Aviation administration education

Tools

Database management software

Aviation maintenance software

Computer systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) provider, is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Aircraft Technical Records Specialist for their facility in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This hybrid role allows for a blend of on-site and remote work, offering flexibility while ensuring essential oversight of critical documentation. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate and complete technical records for a diverse fleet of aircraft, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and airworthiness standards. This position requires a diligent individual with a strong understanding of aviation maintenance processes and documentation. Accuracy and meticulousness are paramount in this role, as complete and correct records are vital for flight safety and operational continuity. Join a reputable organization dedicated to aviation excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all aircraft technical records, including maintenance logs, airframe and engine records, and component histories.
• Ensure that all records are accurate, complete, and comply with regulatory requirements (e.g., SACAA, EASA, FAA).
• Process and verify incoming maintenance documentation from engineers and technicians.
• Conduct regular audits of technical records to identify discrepancies or missing information.
• Assist in preparing documentation for aircraft transition, sale, or lease.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities, customers, and internal departments regarding technical record queries.
• Archive historical records according to company policy and regulatory retention periods.
• Utilize aviation maintenance software systems to manage and track technical data.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and confidentiality requirements.
• Support engineering and maintenance teams by providing access to required technical documentation.

Requirements

• A background in aviation, with a strong understanding of aircraft maintenance principles and terminology.
• Previous experience in aircraft technical records management or a similar administrative role within the aviation industry.
• Familiarity with aviation regulations pertaining to record-keeping and airworthiness.
• Proficiency in using computer systems and database management software.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to maintaining data integrity.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further education in aviation administration or a related field is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid contributions and retirement fund options.
• You will receive paid annual leave and sick leave.
• Opportunities for professional development in aviation administration and record management will be provided.
• This hybrid role is based in the scenic coastal town of Mossel Bay, Western Cape , offering a unique work-life balance.
• Join a stable and respected company that values its employees and prioritizes accuracy and compliance in aviation.