Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Job Purpose

Location

• The job description states Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.

Job Accountabilities

• Inspect, operate, maintain, and repair AMS systems and remove or install hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components on Hawk aircraft and support equipment.
• Identify aircraft faults, debrief findings, rectify faults, and schedule maintenance activities.
• Support the Approved Maintenance Organisation in delivering serviceable aircraft to meet RSAF requirements and flying commitments.
• Train technicians, support trainees, and maintain a strong safety culture during maintenance activities.
• Provide accurate information to line managers to help achieve the ETIC schedule and resolve arising issues.
• Manage repairable components in the supply repair channel and maintain efficient supply discipline.
• Ensure compliance with TMDE calibration, support equipment maintenance, and Tool Control system cycles.
• Prepare reports as directed, including training reports, in accordance with policy.

Essential Recruitment Specification

• A relevant NVQ3, ONC, OND, or BTEC qualification, technical apprenticeship, or suitable equivalent technical qualification acceptable to M&CA is required.
• A current or lapsed Part 66 license, or an equivalent technical license acceptable to M&CA, is an alternative qualification route.
• Relevant type training and equipment-specific training are required when applicable.
• Extensive practical maintenance experience in an operational flying aircraft environment, substantial experience on the same aircraft type, or successful completion of the BAESSA apprenticeship programme is required.
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance and engineering is required.
• Understanding and application of human factors, error management, health and safety, and proactive hazard analysis are required.
• Saudi Engineering Council registration is required.

Desirable Qualifications

• Broad aerospace and defence industry knowledge is desirable.
• Understanding of BAESSA engineering operating procedures is desirable.

Expatriate Employee Benefits

• Expatriate employees may receive rent-free accommodation, recreation facilities, leave and travel allowance, and healthcare within Saudi Arabia.
• Appointments initially use single status, with an opportunity to apply for family relocation after commencement.

Saudi National Employee Benefits

• Saudi national employees may receive a salary and benefits package including leave and travel allowance, healthcare, and subsidized recreation facilities.

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