Requirements
Candidates must have a vocational, national, or higher national diploma (12+2 or equivalent) or apprenticeship in mechanical, electronic, avionics, or aeronautical engineering. Experience in aircraft maintenance within an engineering environment is required, along with in-depth knowledge of maintenance safety, human factors, and general engineering practices. A valid airport driving permit may be required.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Engineering - Mechanical & Aeronautical
Company Industry
Aviation, Airlines & Aerospace
Job purpose
Emirates Engineering is one of the world's most technologically advanced aircraft maintenance facilities. We are GCAA CAR V approved, and support the world’s largest fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft, operated by Emirates. We also support the fleets of thirty other airlines through third-party maintenance contracts.
Our exceptional team sets industry benchmarks. All Emirates Engineering personnel are fully qualified at all levels. They manage and implement all aspects of maintenance, engineering, quality, planning and logistics.
Our diligence is uncompromising, our commitment to quality and superior levels of safety is unwavering. And this has established our reputation for world-leading aircraft maintenance.
As lead aircraft mechanic you will be responsible for carrying out maintenance tasks on Emirates and third party aircraft components in accordance with laid down procedures and regulations. The lead aircraft mechanic will work as part of a team under the direction and guidance of the assigned licensed engineer within the trade disciplines for which they have been trained.
In this role you will:
Carry out routine servicing tasks as required in accordance with component maintenance manual procedures, observing all safety procedures and manufacturers' company regulations.
Complete any component replacement and other maintenance activities as directed by immediate supervisor. This will include the ability to obtain and understand Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalogue (IPC) or other approved documentation required to carry out this task.
Effectively use any specialised tooling or test equipment that may be required as part of the checking, testing, replacement or servicing of a system or component. Understand the need for such equipment as referenced in the component manufacturer’s manuals is essential.
Communicate at various levels and liaise with other areas over technical issues for all relevant parties to be aware of the aircraft’s serviceability status.
Understand the company documentation where it is required that mechanics sign for tasks actioned on routine documentation to ensure the maintenance of tools, equipment and systems (including ultramain) in the relevant workplace.
Maintain and ensure the safety of self and others by taking safety precautions at all times, continuously monitoring the working area and taking corrective action to keep it clean and obstruction free to avoid any accidents.
Complete maintenance and servicing activities for the academy's fleet in order to directly contribute to the safety and airworthiness of the academy's operation.
Assist in the recovery of an AOG across EFTA operation including diversionary airfields.
Support the line operation of EFTA aircraft as required by operational needs to ensure the training programme is maintained and that aircraft are clean and prepared for departure.
Qualification
To be considered for this role, you must meet the below requirements:
Vocational, national or higher national diploma (12+2 or equivalent) or apprenticeship in mechanical, electronic, avionics or aeronautical engineering or equivalent training with a reputable airline or an approved maintenance organisation.
Experience carrying out maintenance on aircraft in an engineering environment.
In depth knowledge of maintenance safety, human factors and general engineering practices is an essential requirement.
A complete knowledge of the airport authority's regulations regarding airside driving and aircraft movements may be a requirement depending on the work discipline. This will include the safe movement around aircraft on the ramp or in base including an understanding of all signs and road markings of working in such an environment if required in this area of operation.
Must be able to hold a valid airport driving permit as required.
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Salary & benefits
Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary and travel benefits that are exclusive to our industry, including discounts on flights and hotel stays around the world.
About the Company
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