Composite Technician

Job Purpose

The successful candidate will perform aircraft structural / composite maintenance tasks, including airframe repairs/modifications, installations/replacements, and inspections on Airline and Third-Party aircraft in accordance with approved maintenance data, regulatory requirements, and company procedures, ensuring operational safety, airworthiness, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares for and performs repair, modification, installation, and replacement of aircraft composite parts as per task cards, ensuring cost‑effectiveness, feasibility, and adherence to operational and safety requirements.
• Reviews task cards with the Engineer/Supervisor to confirm work scope, documentation, priorities, and safety precautions before starting work.
• Conducts inspections, repairs, and modifications to the required standards, accurately identifying, recording, and reporting defects or damage.
• Rectifies structural/composite defects and carries out installations/replacements using approved technical data and instructions from the Engineering Department.
• Ensures proper tooling/equipment is drawn from stores to perform tasks, returning all of it in good condition following completion of work.
• Executes assigned task cards and signs off in the Maintenance & Engineering software system in a timely manner without errors.
• Maintains effective communication with engineers, technicians, and relevant teams to ensure smooth coordination, task continuity, and clear handover procedures.
• Enforces strict adherence to safety precautions, human factors management, and published maintenance procedures before and during task execution to protect self and others.
• Upholds high housekeeping standards and maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
• Controls resource usage, minimizing waste of consumables, preventing repeat work, and optimizing material and repair costs.
• Provides professional, proactive, and solution‑oriented support to operational teams across the airline.
• Represents the company with a positive, professional technical image in interactions with internal & external parties, including third‑party customers.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Structural/Airframe discipline), or equivalent technical discipline.
• Ability to perform fabrication activities.
• Good understanding of aircraft composite materials, repair techniques, approved maintenance practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, maintenance task cards, and engineering instructions.
• Skilled in using equipment and standard workshop tools.
• Basic computer literacy for accessing Maintenance & Engineering software systems and documentation.
• Familiarity with inspection techniques and troubleshooting methods.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on safety and compliance.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage time and resources efficiently in a dynamic operational environment.
• Awareness of human factors in aircraft maintenance activities.
• Physically fit and able to work in various operational conditions (e.g., confined spaces, outdoor environments).
• Ability to work in rostered shifts based on operational requirements.

Work Experience

• At least 2 years’ experience in aircraft composite repair on large commercial aircraft, preferably Airbus types.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a Base Maintenance Workshop environment.