Certified Aviation Technician (SHEETMETAL) - Kempton Park at FlySafair

RESPONSIBILITIES:                                                                        

Required to perform various Heavy Maintenance duties including, but not limited to:

• Heavy Maintenance;
• Analyse and understand aircraft blueprints, specifications, and maintenance manuals to make repairs;
• Prepare surfaces and apply protective coatings to a variety of materials used on aircraft;
• Fabricate parts as needed;
• Conduct maintenance;
• Order supplies, equipment, materials, and parts for repairs and general maintenance;
• Safely operate various tools used for sheet metal applications;
• Install, repair inspect, and replace sheet metal components on aircraft, including structural assemblies.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12;
• Understand basic maths;
• Trade test Certificate;
• Licensed AME with a SACAA B rating;
• Minimum of ten (10) years aviation experience;
• Previous experience working on B737 – 400 and -800;
• Good knowledge and understanding of computers;
• Valid South African passport holder;
• Must be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays, and overtime as and when required;
• Must be available and willing to travel at short notice, both locally and internationally;
• Must have own Transport.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:                                                                                              

• Detailed orientated
• Able to work under pressure and to follow instructions;
• Committed to delivering quality work;
• Proactive self-starter capable to function on his/her own without any supervision;
• Immaculate time keeping.