Aviation Painter - Kempton Park at FlySafair

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Prepare for an In-Process Inspection;
• Ensure the use of appropriate technical references and tools in performing paint and sealing duties;
• Mix and apply different primers based on the specified thickness criteria (epoxy, waterborne, zinc chromate);
• Mix and apply various topcoat finishes including stripping and other detail working;
• Utilise stencils and masking aids to apply markings accurately on the designated part;
• Operate and comprehend MIL specifications, intricate blueprints, fabrication and assembly outlines, sketches, patterns, as well as written or verbal directives;
• Establish, maintain, and operate standard shop equipment;
• Execute tasks in environments sensitive to Foreign Object Debris (FOD) and maintain awareness accordingly;
• Ensure all assemblies and detail parts are free from FOD’s;
• Remove corrosion products using approved tools, equipment and techniques;
• Install sealant where required;
• Apply primer and topcoat where required;
• Examine, execute touch-ups, and polish painted surfaces during the inspection process;
• Communicate efficiently and collaborate with management, colleagues from different departments, and fellow co-workers.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12;
• Certification in aircraft painting;
• Minimum of 5 years aviation painting experience;
• Knowledge of preparing aircraft and/or component parts by performing surface preparation tasks prior to application of primer and topcoat;
• Must have basic knowledge pulling maintenance manuals / IPCs from a computer.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Professional;
• Maintains safe and clean working environment;
• Be able to work with little or no supervision;
• Committed;
• Deadline driven;
• High integrity;
• Honest;
• Immaculate time keeping.

APPLICATION GUIDELINE:

• No external email applications will be accepted.
• Should no feedback be provided within two (2) weeks from the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.