Senior Aircraft Mechanic - Engines

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training programs

Modern facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Senior Aircraft Mechanic with a focus on Engine Maintenance to ensure engines operate safely and efficiently. You will inspect, repair and overhaul engines, adhering to strict safety and aviation standards.

The role requires deep mechanical aptitude, extensive knowledge of engine systems, and a commitment to aviation safety. Join a prominent maintenance organization offering modern facilities and ongoing engine-type training.

Qualifications

• Recognized trade qualification in Aircraft Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years hands-on experience as an Aircraft Mechanic, engine maintenance.
• Experience with turbofan and turboprop engines.
• Strong understanding of engine theory, systems and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on aircraft engines and related systems.
• Diagnose engine malfunctions, troubleshoot issues, and implement repair solutions.
• Disassemble, inspect, clean, repair, and reassemble engine components per manuals and specs.
• Interpret engine manuals, service bulletins, and repair schemes for compliance.
• Conduct engine ground runs and performance checks after maintenance.
• Maintain meticulous records of all maintenance activities and parts used.

Skills

Engine maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading manuals

Regulatory awareness

Education

Aircraft Mechanical Engineering trade qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent aircraft maintenance organization in Bloemfontein, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Aircraft Mechanic with a focus on Engine Maintenance. This role is critical to ensuring the optimal performance and reliability of our client's aircraft engines. You will be responsible for the comprehensive inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of various aircraft powerplants, adhering to strict safety and regulatory standards. This position requires a deep mechanical aptitude, extensive knowledge of engine systems, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of aviation safety and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on aircraft engines and associated systems.
• Diagnose engine malfunctions, troubleshoot issues, and implement effective repair solutions.
• Disassemble, inspect, clean, repair, and reassemble engine components according to technical manuals and specifications.
• Interpret engine manuals, service bulletins, and repair schemes to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Conduct engine ground runs and performance checks post-maintenance.
• Maintain meticulous records of all maintenance activities and parts used.

Requirements

• A recognized trade qualification in Aircraft Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience as an Aircraft Mechanic, specializing in engine maintenance.
• Proven experience working with a variety of turbofan and turboprop engines.
• Strong understanding of engine theory, systems, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to interpret complex technical documentation and engineering drawings.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in the aviation sector in Bloemfontein.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Extensive opportunities for type-specific engine training and professional development.
• A secure and supportive work environment dedicated to aviation excellence.
• Access to modern engine maintenance facilities and tooling.