Senior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Relocation assistance

Career progression

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to oversee maintenance procedures in Cape Town, leading a team of technicians and ensuring airworthiness and safety.

You will interpret technical manuals, diagnose complex aircraft systems, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining detailed records and contributing to fleet reliability.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license or equivalent (e.g., EASA Part-66, FAA).
• Minimum 7 years in aircraft maintenance with substantial heavy or commercial aircraft experience.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage complex maintenance projects.
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations (SA-CARS) and safety management systems.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and maintenance software required.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Lead and mentor a team of maintenance technicians.
• Interpret manuals, blueprints, and engineering orders for complex tasks.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot avionics, hydraulics, and powerplant issues.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Diagnostics

Maintenance software

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Aircraft maintenance software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to oversee and execute complex maintenance procedures on a variety of aircraft at their facility in Cape Town . You will be instrumental in ensuring the airworthiness and operational readiness of the fleet, leading a team of skilled technicians. This role demands a high level of technical expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and a commitment to upholding the strictest safety standards in a dynamic operational environment. You will play a key part in troubleshooting, repair, and routine maintenance, contributing directly to the reliability and performance of our client's aviation assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on aircraft systems and components.
• Lead and mentor a team of aircraft maintenance technicians, ensuring adherence to procedures.
• Interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and engineering orders for complex repair tasks.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft systems, including avionics, hydraulics, and powerplants.
• Maintain detailed records of all maintenance performed and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with operations and quality assurance teams to resolve technical issues.

Requirements

• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license or equivalent certification (e.g., EASA Part-66, FAA).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in aircraft maintenance, with significant experience on heavy or commercial aircraft.
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and manage complex maintenance projects.
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations (e.g., SA-CARS) and safety management systems.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic equipment and aircraft maintenance software.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and hands-on mechanical aptitude.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• Opportunities for continuous training and career advancement within the aviation sector.
• A safety-focused work environment at our modern Cape Town facility.