Aviation GSE Technician: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 165,000 - 358,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks an Aviation Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Technician to maintain, repair and service a variety of aircraft handling gear, including baggage tractors, belt loaders, stairs, and aircraft jacks. You will perform routine preventive maintenance, diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, and ensure minimal downtime in a fast-paced airport environment.

The role requires a trade qualification, 3+ years’ experience with heavy machinery, and strong diagnostic

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as a Diesel Mechanic, Auto Electrician, or similar.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience maintaining heavy machinery or industrial equipment.
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on GSE fleet.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical issues.
• Repair or replace faulty components and log all activities.
• Ensure safety standards and proper deployment of GSE.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and assist training of new operators.

Skills

Diesel Mechanic

Auto Electrician

Hydraulics

Education

Trade qualification in mechanical/electrical field

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks an Aviation Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Technician to maintain, repair and service a variety of aircraft handling gear, including baggage tractors, belt loaders, stairs, and aircraft jacks. You will perform routine preventive maintenance, diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, and ensure minimal downtime in a fast-paced airport environment.

The role requires a trade qualification, 3+ years’ experience with heavy machinery, and strong diagnostic