Seasonal Aircraft De-Icing Technician — Fast-Paced Aviation

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime potential

Training provided

Aviation environment experience

Seasonal with extension

Team oriented atmosphere

Job summary

Placements24 seeks Aircraft De-icing Technicians for our client's seasonal team at Port Elizabeth Airport. You will safely apply de-icing fluids to aircraft surfaces, working under weather pressures to maintain flight schedules and passenger safety.

Responsibilities include operating spray trucks and cherry pickers, inspecting surfaces, and coordinating with crews. Candidates must be fit, adaptable to outdoor winter conditions, and able to follow safety protocols accurately.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Physical fitness and ability to work outdoors in cold, wet, and windy conditions.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate de-icing and anti-icing equipment, including spray trucks and cherry pickers.
• Apply fluids to aircraft surfaces according to specifications.
• Monitor weather and aircraft needs to time fluid application.
• Inspect aircraft surfaces for ice, frost, or snow contamination.
• Coordinate with flight crew and ground personnel.
• Adhere to safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Skills

Physical fitness

Outdoor work in cold weather

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Communication with flight crew

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fluid spray trucks

Cherry pickers

Job description

Placements24 seeks Aircraft De-icing Technicians for our client's seasonal team at Port Elizabeth Airport. You will safely apply de-icing fluids to aircraft surfaces, working under weather pressures to maintain flight schedules and passenger safety.

Responsibilities include operating spray trucks and cherry pickers, inspecting surfaces, and coordinating with crews. Candidates must be fit, adaptable to outdoor winter conditions, and able to follow safety protocols accurately.