Master Aviation Technician (Mechanical) (JHB)

Safair Operations, operating as FlySafair has a vacancy for a Master Aviation Technician (Mechanical) — Heavy Maintenance at our Head Office. The successful applicant will report to the Crew Chief: Mechanical.

Job Description

• Ensure Quality is built in on Pre-Flight, Post Flight and Transit inspections performed;
• Perform routine and non-routine inspections and maintenance on aircraft to ensure they meet the highest safety and operational standards;
• Conduct routine inspections on various mechanical systems on the aircraft;
• Conduct fault finding and rectify based on the fault. 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;
• All activities must be properly recorded and signed off as per SACCA requirements ensuring that all the required legal aspects are complied with;
• Health and safety requirements must always be followed to ensure personal safety, the safety of others, and to prevent fires, accidents, and incidents;
• 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;
• Maintain the highest quality and standard of inspections;
• 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 (Essential);
• Licensed AME with a SACAA A License on B737 —400 and -800 (Advantageous);
• Licensed AME with a SACAA C license on CFM 56-3 and -7B series engines (Advantageous);
• Minimum of 15 years aviation experience (Essential) Experience on GTCP131-9 and GTCP85-129 APU's.;
• Heavy Maintenance experience;
• Previous experience working on B737-400 and 800;
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and on public holidays;
• 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;
• Sound understanding of B737-400 and B737-800 mechanical systems;
• Understanding of SACAR's as applicable to maintenance;
• Maintain a thorough understanding of aviation regulations and safety standards;
• Excellent knowledge and troubleshooting experience on B737/400/800.

Personal Attributes:

• Professional;
• High integrity Self-disciplined;
• Ethical;
• Reliable and dependable;
• Proactive self-starter, capable of functioning on his/her own without any supervision;
• Committed to delivering quality work;
• Analytical thinking;
• Strong communication skills;
• Excellent time-keeping;
• Able to follow instructions as per work instructions;
• Detail orientated.

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.