Senior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Lead & Mentor

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Type ratings

Professional development

Career progression

Leave allowance

Job summary

Placements24 represents a leading aviation employer in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeking a Senior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer. The role combines hands-on maintenance with oversight responsibilities to ensure airworthiness and fleet readiness on heavy aircraft.

The ideal candidate holds a recognized Aeronautical Engineering degree, at least 7 years of experience, and a track record in safety, regulatory compliance, and leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree in Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years in aircraft maintenance on heavy aircraft.
• Certification by SA-CAA or equivalent desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft.
• Diagnose and rectify complex faults.
• Prepare detailed maintenance reports.
• Supervise junior technicians and mentor team.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Collaborate with flight ops and engineering to resolve issues.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Regulatory compliance

Team communication

Education

Aeronautical Engineering degree

Tools

Aircraft maintenance software

Job description

Placements24 represents a leading aviation employer in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeking a Senior Aircraft Maintenance Engineer. The role combines hands-on maintenance with oversight responsibilities to ensure airworthiness and fleet readiness on heavy aircraft.

The ideal candidate holds a recognized Aeronautical Engineering degree, at least 7 years of experience, and a track record in safety, regulatory compliance, and leadership.