Semi Skilled Aircraft Assistant

Job Reference Number: AIRCASSIS_MECH_HM Department: Heavy Mainntenance Business Unit: Industry: Aviation Job Type: Permanent Positions Available: 1 Salary: Market Related Safair Operations, operating as FlySafair has a vacancy for a Semi Skilled Aircraft Assistant at our Head Office in Bonearo Park. The successful applicant will report to the Heavy Maintenance Manager. Job Description Assist Mechanical Technicians with scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance; Assist with the stripping and reassembly of aircraft interior / cargo compartments; Remove and reinstall cargo liners, floor panels, insulation blankets and interior panels under supervision; Assist with aircraft component removal and installation as directed; Assist with opening and closing aircraft access panels; Prepare aircraft and work areas before maintenance activities; Assist with cleaning aircraft structures, components and work areas; Assist with movement of aircraft components, tooling and equipment; Retrieve and return tooling, materials and consumables as required; Support with aircraft inspections by providing access and support to technicians; Maintain good housekeeping standards within the hangar and work areas; Ensure tooling and equipment are cleaned and returned after use; Comply with all company procedures, OEM maintenance data and SACAA regulations; Wear and correctly use the required personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with company safety procedures; Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment or hazards immediately; Support other Heavy Maintenance sections when operationally required; Carry out any other reasonable duties as instructed by management. Job Requirements Grade 12 or Equivalent (Essential); Minimum 1 year of experience working within an aviation maintenance environment with hands-on exposure to aircraft maintenance (Essential); Experience assisting with aircraft maintenance activities (Advantageous); Experience with aircraft interior removal and installation (Advantageous); Must be physically fit to work in an aircraft maintenance environment; Must be available to work shifts, weekends and public holidays when operationally required; Must be prepared to work overtime when required; Must be willing to work in confined spaces and at heights; Basic knowledge of aircraft maintenance practices; Basic understanding of aircraft safety requirements; Knowledge of aircraft hand tools and workshop equipment; Understanding of aircraft maintenance environments; Basic understanding of aircraft interior and cargo compartment components; Basic knowledge of housekeeping and FOD control; Good mechanical aptitude; Ability to follow instructions accurately; Good communication skills; Good teamwork skills; Good organisational skills; Ability to perform physically demanding work; Ability to work under pressure; Basic problem-solving ability. Personal Attributes: Professional at all times; Reliable and dependable; Strong safety mindset; Positive attitude and willingness to learn; High attention to detail; Honest and trustworthy; Strong work ethic; Flexible and adaptable. 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: 02 October 2026