Trainee Engineering Technician Fact X2

Findojobs South Africa; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A local aviation services provider in South Africa is seeking a Trainee Engineering Technician to receive comprehensive training in electronic systems maintenance and management. Candidates must have a National Diploma in Light Current Electronic Engineering and exhibit strong problem-solving abilities. This role focuses on practical and theoretical training while ensuring compliance with aviation standards and equipment functionalities.

Qualifications

• Proficient in electronic circuit diagrams.
• Able to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Experience with electronic test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive theoretical and practical training.
• Proficient in maintenance of equipment and systems.
• Draft technical reports on systems and equipment.

Skills

Electronic Equipment Assembly techniques

Logical approach to fault finding

Problem Solving

Report Writing

Use of electronic test equipment

Education

S4 National Diploma in Light Current Electronic Engineering

Technical Learnership at the ATNS Aviation Training Academy

Job description

Applications are invited for the position of Trainee Engineering Technician (Peromnes 13) based at ATNS Cape Town (FACT). The successful applicant will be reporting to the Supervisor: Technical Support FACT.

Job Purpose

To receive theoretical and practical training to enable competency as an Engineering Technician.

Major Activities

Learn and become proficient in specific maintenance activities on equipment and systems as per the relevant Logistic Support Plan, Station Instructions and equipment manufacturer recommendations. Learn and become proficient with respect to maintenance to buildings at the sites, the site itself such as roads, grass cutting, fencing, antenna masts, terrestrial communications and power from point of supply is maintained to ATNS standards. Ensure that the relevant equipment competences are attained as per station requirements and the appropriate Technical Skills Matrix.Gain an understanding of Service Level Agreements within the area of responsibility. Attain competency on relevant equipment as per station requirements and the appropriate Technical skills Matrix grading. Learn how to perform (O & I) level corrective fault diagnosis down to module Line Replacement Unit (LRU) level. Learn how to perform “I” level corrective maintenance through module (LRU) replacement. Learn how to perform operator (O) level restoration of service by reconfiguration and/or changeover by means of supervisor positions and remote control, monitoring and maintenance systems (RCMMS). Attain competency on performance analysis using relevant performance tools and other Computer-Based Maintenance Management Systems. Attain competency on how to draft useful, informative and concise technical reports on systems and equipment as requested and proactively when the need arises.Gain an understanding of ATNS ISO policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) recommendations. Become proficient in the “O” level support of all Communications, Navigations and Surveillance systems and Equipment at your Centre. Knowledge of all other applicable ATNS Centre and Shift requirements. Knowledge of all other Flight Information Region environments.

Competencies and Skills

• Efficiency Electronic Equipment Assembly techniques
• Dexterity in the handling of various components
• Logical approach to fault finding
• Ability to read and draw electronic circuit diagrams
• Circuit board assembly and component replacement
• Use of electronic test equipment
• To be physically agile
• Problem Solving
• Report Writing
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• Use of 4x4 Vehicle

Minimum Qualifications

• S4 National Diploma in Light Current Electronic Engineering or equivalent
• Attended and successfully completed the prescribed Technical Learnership at the ATNS Aviation Training Academy

Additional advantage

• Preferably ACSA AVOP certified
• A valid code 8 driver’s license

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