Senior Aircraft QA Inspector – MRO Quality & Compliance

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Career growth

Quality-focused work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting for an Aircraft Quality Assurance Inspector for our aviation MRO client in Port Elizabeth. The role focuses on inspecting maintenance work, documentation, and procedures to ensure airworthiness and compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate holds a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) license, has at least six years of aviation maintenance experience, and demonstrates strong analytical and audit capabilities with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) license or equivalent certification.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in aviation maintenance, with a strong emphasis on quality assurance.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation regulations (SACAA, EASA, FAA) and quality management systems.
• Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, and maintenance procedures.
• Excellent analytical and auditing skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective reporting and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of aircraft, components, and maintenance activities to verify compliance with approved data and regulations.
• Review maintenance records, logbooks, and certifications for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure that all maintenance personnel and facilities adhere to established quality control procedures and safety standards.
• Identify and report non-compliance issues, assisting in the development and implementation of corrective actions.
• Conduct audits of workshops, tool calibration, and material control processes.
• Stay updated on relevant aviation regulations, airworthiness directives, and company quality policies.

Skills

Auditing

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Reporting

Education

AME license or equivalent certification

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting for an Aircraft Quality Assurance Inspector for our aviation MRO client in Port Elizabeth. The role focuses on inspecting maintenance work, documentation, and procedures to ensure airworthiness and compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate holds a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) license, has at least six years of aviation maintenance experience, and demonstrates strong analytical and audit capabilities with excellent communication skills.