Continued Airworthiness Specialist at FlySafair

• Safair Operations, operating as FlySafair has a vacancy for a Continued Airworthiness Specialist at our head office in Bonaero Park. The successful applicant will report to the Senior Continued Airworthiness Specialist.

Job Description

• Check the work-pack prior to handing over to the AMO to ensure it is aligned with the aircraft Status report of due items/tacks as per SAM;
• Ensure that no defective or un-airworthy parts are installed in any component of FlySafair's aircrafts before released to service;
• Inspect and accept all incoming material, i.e. new parts, supplies and repaired parts from contract service;
• Perform quality technical inspections of aircraft, components parts, and systems;
• Ensure proper tagging and identification of all parts;
• Perform quality and safety inspections of on-site equipment and tooling used for aircraft maintenance, including calibration of precision test equipment as outlined in the Manuals;
• Perform in-progress and quality technical inspections during maintenance, repair modification, rework and overhaul of aircraft, aircraft components, and components parts, and assumes responsibility and final sign-off;
• Inspect job progress, procedures, and maintenance forms used in performance of aircraft maintenance work to ensure compliance with approved methods, data, procedures, and regulatory requirements;
• Inspect all incoming parts to ensure they carry approved documentation and certification;
• Conduct routine Aircraft Ramp Inspections;
• Ensure the accuracy and proper maintenance of the aircraft document library;
• Ensure proper procedures are performed on all completed work before it is released to service;
• Complete all inspection and maintenance records, reports and forms required before authorised release;
• Responsible for ensuring completion of required inspections and maintaining files of completed work orders and inspection forms in an efficient system;
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with maintenance procedures and airworthiness standards;
• Write up discrepancies in accordance with procedures and submit reports of defects or unairworthy conditions as per Safair procedures.

Job Requirements

• Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential);
• Trade certificate as Aircraft Technician (Essential);
• Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Licences (AME) with B737-400 and B737-800 rating (Essential);
• Relevant Diploma/Degree (NQF Level 6/7) (Advantageous);
• Minimum of 5 years' experience as an AME (Essential);
• Must have worked directly with the SACAA for at least 1 year (Essential);
• Sound knowledge of aircraft maintenance practices and aviation regulations;
• Familiar with the South African Civil Aviation regulations and Technical Standards;
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). 

Personal Attributes: 

• Professional;
• Self-driven and independent thinker;
• Ethical conduct, demonstrating integrity while maintaining confidentiality;
• Be impartial;
• Immaculate time keeping;
• Positive attitude;
• Proactive approach towards delivery of duties;
• Adaptable and flexible;
• Deadline driven;
• Attention to detail;
• Analytical thinking;
• Problem-solving skills;
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written);
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure.