Aviation Paint Technician - Peak Season FTC

South African Airways (Pty) Ltd.; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

South African Airways (Pty) Ltd. seeks an Aviation Technician for the Fixed Term Contract Paint FTC Peak Season Pool. The role covers servicing, inspection, repair, overhaul, testing and modifications to aircraft engines, airframes and components in line with task cards and regulatory standards.

You will apply proper documentation and safety procedures, work with tooling and testing equipment, and collaborate with the Back Shop team to ensure timely, quality maintenance during peak season.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Aviation Apprenticeship and Trade Test in the applicable trade.
• 2 years’ projects or workshop maintenance experience.
• Valid driver’s license Code B.
• Hold certification will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing, inspections, repairs, overhauls, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting and modifications to aircraft components on time as per regulatory requirements.
• Operate and ensure correct tooling and test equipment is used in maintenance per approved documentation.
• Inspect parts/components per regulatory requirements and take corrective action when needed.
• Plan and process parts and support repair activities.
• Complete documentation for each task and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Provide technical assistance in other areas as required.
• Attend training and meetings as requested.
• Prepare work area per manufacturers requirements to ensure safe working environment.

Skills

Projects/workshop maintenance

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

PC literacy (AMOS, MS Office)

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Aviation Apprenticeship and Trade Test

Valid driver’s license Code B

Job description

South African Airways (Pty) Ltd. seeks an Aviation Technician for the Fixed Term Contract Paint FTC Peak Season Pool. The role covers servicing, inspection, repair, overhaul, testing and modifications to aircraft engines, airframes and components in line with task cards and regulatory standards.

You will apply proper documentation and safety procedures, work with tooling and testing equipment, and collaborate with the Back Shop team to ensure timely, quality maintenance during peak season.