Structures Mechanic - Aircraft

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Opportunities for specialized training

Safety culture and collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proficient Aircraft Structures Mechanic to join the Rustenburg maintenance team. You will perform structural repairs on airframes and ensure compliance with safety standards, using metal, composites, and related materials.

You will read blueprints, repair manuals, and drawings, document actions in maintenance logs, and collaborate with engineers to resolve complex problems. The role emphasizes accuracy, hands-on skill, and commitment to airworthiness.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as Aircraft Structures Mechanic.
• Proficiency in sheet metal work, composite repair, and structural component replacement.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural inspections, repairs, and modifications on aircraft airframes using various materials (e.g., aluminum, composites).
• Read and interpret structural repair manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Operate specialized tools and equipment for metal fabrication, riveting, and bonding.
• Ensure all structural repairs meet FAA/EASA airworthiness standards and company specifications.
• Document all repair actions and findings accurately in maintenance logs.
• Collaborate with engineers and other technicians on complex structural issues.

Skills

Aircraft structures mechanic

Sheet metal work

Composite repair

Technical drawings interpretation

Aviation regulations knowledge

Safety procedures knowledge

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proficient Structures Mechanic to join their dedicated maintenance team in Rustenburg . In this role, you will be responsible for the structural integrity and repair of aircraft airframes. Your expertise will ensure that our aircraft meet stringent safety and performance standards. You'll work with various materials, performing repairs and modifications essential for flight safety. This position is perfect for a hands‑on individual with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence in aviation maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform structural inspections, repairs, and modifications on aircraft airframes using various materials (e.g., aluminum, composites).
• Read and interpret structural repair manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Operate specialized tools and equipment for metal fabrication, riveting, and bonding.
• Ensure all structural repairs meet FAA/EASA airworthiness standards and company specifications.
• Document all repair actions and findings accurately in maintenance logs.
• Collaborate with engineers and other technicians on complex structural issues.

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience as an Aircraft Structures Mechanic.
• Proficiency in sheet metal work, composite repair, and structural component replacement.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation accurately.
• Knowledge of aviation regulations pertaining to aircraft structures.
• Strong understanding of safety procedures in a maintenance environment.
• Experience with different aircraft types is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Exposure to a variety of aircraft and repair challenges.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for specialized training and skill development.
• A robust safety culture and a collaborative team environment.