18/01/2025
Junior Aviation Technician (Mechanical)-SVM
Fly Safair
2025/01/17 JHB
Safair Operations, operating as FlySafair has a vacancy for a Junior Aviation Technician (Mechanical) -SVM at our Head Office in Bonaero Park. The successful applicant will report to the Crew Chief -SVM.
Job Description
Conduct line maintenance inspections;
Conduct routine inspections on various mechanical systems on the aircraft;
Conduct fault finding and rectify based on the fault;
Perform A-checks including weekly service checks;
Perform thorough daily inspections of the aircraft to identify any potential issues or defects;
Conduct necessary maintenance tasks to ensure the airworthiness of the aircraft;
Adhere to established maintenance procedures and safety standards;
Assist the Production Controller in implementing and maintaining company policies, procedures, and systems related to aircraft maintenance;
All activities must be properly recorded and signed off, as per SACAA requirements ensuring that all the required legal aspects are complied with;
Health and Safety requirements must always be complied with to ensure Personal and other Personnel Safety, Fire and Accident/ Incident preventions;
Ensure that the work area, equipment, and tooling are properly maintained and safe prior to starting any job to prevent accidents or incidents to aircraft and staff;
Apply analytical thinking and troubleshooting techniques to identify root causes and implement effective solutions;
Communicate clearly and professionally to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of maintenance tasks.
Job Requirements
Grade 12 or equivalent;
Trade test certificate;
Minimum of 2 years aviation maintenance experience (Essential);
Previous experience working as an Aviation Technician on B737 — 400 and 800 (Advantageous);
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,
Outlook and PowerPoint);
Previous Line Maintenance experience (Advantageous);
Must be willing to work shifts, weekends, on public holidays, and overtime as required from time to time;
Must be available and willing to travel at short notice, both locally and internationally;
Valid South African passport holder;
Sound understanding of technical aircraft publications and documentation.
Personal Attributes:
Analytical thinking;
Ethical;
Excellent time keeping;
Professional;
High integrity;
Self-disciplined;
Reliable and dependable;
Detail orientated;
Able to follow instructions as per work instructions;
Strong communication skills.
Application guideline:
Email applications will not be accepted;
Preference will be given to members of under-represented designated groups;
Should no feedback be provided within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
FlySafair reserves the right:
Not to proceed with this vacancy;
To appoint the selected candidates based on its operational requirements.
Closing Date: 23 January 2025
