CAMO Maintenance Planner

Saf / Starlite Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An aviation operations company in Durban is seeking a CAMO Maintenance Planner to coordinate unscheduled maintenance events and ensure aircraft airworthiness. Ideal candidates will have a background in aircraft maintenance engineering and strong knowledge of maintenance regulations. Join our dynamic team to enhance your career in aviation maintenance planning, focusing on compliance and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of aircraft maintenance regulations and requirements (EASA / FAA / SACAA or equivalent).
• Ability to read and interpret OEM maintenance manuals and regulatory documents.
• Previous experience in maintenance planning or maintenance control.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate unscheduled maintenance events including AOGs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and track maintenance tasks.
• Develop detailed ad-hoc maintenance work packages.

Skills

Strong knowledge of aircraft maintenance regulations

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Ability to multitask

Education

Aircraft Maintenance Engineering background

Part 66 licence or equivalent

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Tracking Systems

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description

VACANCY : CAMO Maintenance Planner (ad-hoc)

COMPANY : Starlite Aviation Operations (Pty) Ltd

REPORTING TO : Continuing Airworthiness Manager

LOCATION : Virginia Airport Durban

Are you a detail-focused planner with a passion for aviation maintenance

Join our team as a CAMO Maintenance Planner (ad-hoc) in the CAMO Department where you’ll play a critical role in maintaining airworthiness and ensuring aircraft availability. You’ll coordinate unscheduled maintenance events, forecast defect trends, manage work packs and support compliance across multiple aircraft types.

Why build your career as a CAMO Maintenance Planner (ad-hoc) with us

• Be mission critical : Play a key role in keeping our fleet airworthy by expertly planning and coordinating unscheduled maintenance activities.
• Build real world expertise : Gain hands on experience with defect trend analysis, parts forecasting and maintenance scheduling across multiple aircraft types.
• Collaborate with the best : Work within a dynamic CAMO team focused on safety compliance and operational excellence.
• Grow with purpose : Advance your career in an environment that values precision, proactive thinking and your professional development.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The CAMO Maintenance Planner (ad-hoc) is responsible for planning, coordinating and monitoring maintenance activities on an unscheduled or short-notice basis. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, minimizes aircraft downtime and provides efficient support to line and base maintenance operations. The planner works closely with the Continuing Airworthiness Manager, CAMO team and AMO to deliver safe and airworthy aircraft on time. This position requires you to work weekends only.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop review and issue ad‑hoc maintenance work packages: Prepare detailed documentation for unplanned maintenance tasks to ensure accuracy, compliance and efficient execution by the maintenance team.
• Plan and coordinate unscheduled maintenance events including AOGs (Aircraft on Ground): Respond quickly to operational disruptions by organizing immediate support, minimizing aircraft downtime and maintaining flight readiness.
• Liaise with the CAMO team and AMO to identify maintenance requirements: Collaborate closely with engineering and maintenance teams to define technical needs and align planned activities with operational priorities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (Part 43, Part 127, Part 145, Part 66 and OEM manuals): Verify that all maintenance actions meet national aviation regulations and manufacturer guidelines to uphold airworthiness and safety standards.
• Track and monitor open maintenance tasks, deferrals and MEL items: Maintain oversight of outstanding work ensuring timely resolution and preventing compliance gaps.
• Maintain accurate records in the maintenance tracking system: Update digital systems with maintenance actions and task status to support traceability, audits and real‑time fleet visibility.
• Assist in capacity planning and forecasting for short‑term resource allocation: Support decision‑making by projecting upcoming workload and aligning personnel and resources for efficient task execution.

CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Strong knowledge of aircraft maintenance regulations and requirements (EASA / FAA / SACAA or equivalent).
• Understanding of maintenance programs, MELs, ADs and SBs.
• Proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Tracking Systems (e.g. TRAXXALL).
• Ability to read and interpret OEM maintenance manuals and regulatory documents.
• Strong problem‑solving ability especially under time‑sensitive AOG situations.
• Attention to detail with a high standard of accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with engineers, management and regulators.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineering background (Part 66 licence or equivalent advantageous).
• Previous experience in maintenance planning or maintenance control.
• Familiarity with short‑term and long‑term maintenance planning concepts.
• Knowledge of SMS (Safety Management System) principles.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office‑Based Role: Primarily based in an office or control centre within a maintenance or operational environment.
• High‑Tempo Environment: Involves fast‑paced decision‑making especially during unscheduled maintenance or operational disruptions.
• Collaboration Across Teams: Regular interaction with CAMO, AMO and flight operations teams to ensure seamless coordination.

Are you ready to start building your future

Join us and transform your potential into real success!

The above position will be filled in accordance with the Recruitment and Selection Policy to achieve the Group’s Objectives and Goals. Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks please consider your application unsuccessful.

Applicants must submit their CV by Tuesday 09 September 2025.

Key Skills

eMaint, Industrial Maintenance, Maintenance Connection, Maximo, SAP, Packaging, Mechanical Knowledge, CMMS, OSHA, Maintenance, Microsoft Project, Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1