Job Ref #: compliance_ContinuedAirworthinessSpecialist02
Industry: Aviation
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
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.
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: 4 February 2026