Turbine Engine Specialist: Overhaul & Testing (George)

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and provident fund

Ongoing training and professional dev.

State-of-the-art facility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Turbine Engine Specialist to join a premier aviation maintenance and repair organisation in George, Western Cape. The role focuses on overhaul, repair and testing of turbine engines to ensure peak performance and reliability across a diverse fleet.

You will work with a skilled engineering team, interpret manuals and drawings, ensure SA-CAR/EASA compliance, maintain meticulous records, and stay abreast of the latest turbine technology.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Turbine Engine Mechanic/Technician with a focus on specific engine types.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical documentation and drawings.
• Knowledge of SA-CAR and EASA regulatory requirements for engine maintenance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on turbine engines.
• Perform engine overhauls including disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, and reassembly.
• Execute engine performance testing and calibration.
• Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and repair schemes.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance, repair, and testing activities.
• Collaborate with the engineering team to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with aviation regulations and quality standards.
• Stay updated on turbine engine technology and maintenance practices.
• Manage spare parts and consumables for maintenance activities.

Skills

Turbine engine maintenance

Diagnostics & testing

Reading technical documents

Regulatory knowledge SA-CAR/EASA

Problem-solving

Tools

Engine testing equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Turbine Engine Specialist to join a premier aviation maintenance and repair organisation in George, Western Cape. The role focuses on overhaul, repair and testing of turbine engines to ensure peak performance and reliability across a diverse fleet.

You will work with a skilled engineering team, interpret manuals and drawings, ensure SA-CAR/EASA compliance, maintain meticulous records, and stay abreast of the latest turbine technology.