Senior Aeronautical Technician

South African Airways Technical; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading airline maintenance company in Durban is seeking an Aviation Technician responsible for aircraft maintenance, including servicing, repair, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Candidates must have a Grade 12 qualification, completed an aviation apprenticeship, and possess at least 2 years of line maintenance experience. Good communication skills and PC literacy are essential. This role supports the safety and operational requirements of aircraft maintenance efforts in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years line maintenance experience.
• Advantageous to hold certification in specific aircraft types.
• Valid Driver’s license Code B required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks including servicing and repairs.
• Document tasks according to company policy and regulatory requirements.
• Operate support equipment and ensure tooling is serviceable.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Good communication skills

S.H.E courses

Basic training and operation of equipment

Regulatory Authority courses

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Aviation Apprenticeship and Trade Test

Tools

AMOS

MS Office

Job description

Job Location : Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Application Deadline : February 06, 2026

Job Purpose

• The Aviation Technician will perform maintenance inclusive of servicing, self-inspecting, repairs, overhaul, testing, basic trouble shooting and modifications to aircraft engines, airframes and components in accordance with task cards, check sheets and work instructions, complying with SAAT. Manufacturers and regulatory authority requirements to SAA and customer aircraft.

Principal Accountabilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks which require self-inspection, servicing, rectify anomalies found, overhaul, testing and basic trouble shooting in accordance with relevant documents as required by Regulatory Authorities.
• Perform all relevant documentation pertaining to each task is signed and stamped for i.e., Company Policy and Regulatory Requirements.
• Operate support equipment and ensure correct and serviceable tooling is obtained and utilized to achieve maintenance task request as stipulated by aircraft manuals.
• Prepare the work area and aircraft/ engine as per Manufacturer’s instructions to ensure safe working environment for all staff, aircraft, engines and equipment.
• Perform all reasonable requests by the Team Leader and comply with the Work Instruction.
• Communicate with Senior License Technician and Team Leader with regard to any technical problems to ensure that productivity and safety standards are maintained as per laid down.
• Assist Senior License Technician / Team Leader with retrieving of aircraft manual information and requesting spares.
• Return all tooling and equipment to stores and clean the work area on completion of shift.

Qualifications & Experience

• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Passed an Aviation Apprenticeship and Trade Test in the Aircraft Mechanic Trade
• Must have 2 years line maintenance experience
• Advantageous to hold certification in any of the following aircraft types (B737-300/400/500; B737-NG; A319/320; A330; A340; B744; B777) - provide copy of Admin28
• Must be PC Literate (i.e., AMOS MS Office)
• Valid Driver’s license Code B

Knowledge and Skills

• Have interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• S.H.E courses (NOSA, Firefighting, first aid, etc.)
• Basic training and operation of equipment and tooling
• Procedural, Regulatory Authority and documentation courses

Attributes

• Demonstrate the SAA values: Customer Focus; Accountability; Integrity; Safety; Excellence In Performance; Valuing Our PeopleAnalytical Thinking
• Conceptual Thinking
• Information Seeking
• Achievement Orientation
• Initiative
• Organisational Awareness
• Impact and Influence
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Customer Service Orientation
• Integrity