Aircraft Technician

Job Purpose
The Emirates Line Maintenance team supports the operation of our global fleet of A380 and B777. Our technicians ensure expert servicing, repairs, and unscheduled maintenance—always prioritizing safety, regulatory compliance, and on-time performance.

The Aircraft Technician is responsible for carrying out maintenance tasks on Emirates and third party aircraft and components in accordance with laid down procedures and regulations. The Aircraft Technician will work as part of a team under the direction and guidance of the assigned Licensed Aircraft Engineer within the trade disciplines for which they have been trained.

Job Outline

• To carry out routine aircraft/engine/component servicing/ maintenance and/or approved structural repairs compliant to manufacturers procedures whilst observing all safety procedures for fluid replenishment, aircraft refuelling, aircraft systems charging/servicing as required.
• To 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), Component Maintenance Manual (CMM) or other approved documentation required to carry out this task.
• Assist Licensed Aircraft Engineers in Walk around Checks on arrival and prior to departure as directed by the assigned engineer, in trouble shooting, defect rectifications and carrying out modifications while also performing instructions contained in job card.
• Participate and promote in creating a safety culture in an effort to minimize accidents and highlight deficiencies/failures that can lead to such accidents. Ensure all work locations are kept clean and excellent housekeeping conditions are maintained. This includes being aware and communicating safety shortfalls. To avoid FOD will be vigilant in ensuring work areas (including the ramp), vehicles, stands, lockers and that toolboxes are regularly audited, maintained and kept clean.
• Should be fully conversant with airport safety regulations including holding and maintaining an airport driving permit. Should be fully conversant with airport manoeuvring area requirements and be able to comply.
• Work closely with supervisor, through the PM review system to agree on development plans including training, strengths and weaknesses and time frames for completion. Grooming standards maintained and attendance to be maintained.
• Ensure prompt attendance to all allocated tasks with the intent to maximize the ground time and avoid operational delays/disruptions. This will include obtaining aircraft/ component status brief from LAEs/ reports and preparing accordingly. Should be able to communicate any aircraft/ component/ structural defects found to the LAE in an expedient manner and ensure during shift handovers all required information is clearly passed to the staff taking over before leaving the said aircraft/ workshop.
• Must be able to assist and perform Station Stores & Materials updating and audits as required to ensure the station is in compliance with all Engineering Quality Compliances.

Qualification

• Qualifications & Experience:

• Apprenticeship in Aircraft Maintenance.

• Must have significant experience post basic training in an Aircraft Maintenance environment or significant experience in Line Maintenance or Base Maintenance.

• Training with a reputable airline or an approved aircraft maintenance organisation or holding an Engineering Aircraft Maintenance License with several years of experience is an advantage, though not necessarily required.

• Knowledge/skills:

• Must have thorough knowledge on technical skills, A/C systems, general servicing inspection techniques, and safety practices, and be able to determine that any tooling used is serviceable and appropriate for the task and should be able to understand and use specialised tooling where required.

• Should be fully conversant with both airport safety regulations, including holding and maintaining an airport driving permit, and airport manoeuvring area requirements and be able to comply.
• Must have the ability to read, write and converse fluently in English.

Technicians of non-aviation industry standards will not be accepted and only applicants with the legal right to work and live in Australia unrestricted will be considered.
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Salary & benefits

Our global airline connects people to new places, experiences, and cultures across six continents, and our route network is expanding all the time.

By joining Emirates, you'll receive a competitive salary along with benefits such as discounted travel and subsidised private health insurance. Beyond the financial benefits, we provide comprehensive training programs to support professional growth, recognise outstanding contributions through our employee reward and recognition program and promote a diverse and inclusive workplace with employees from over 170 nationalities.

Opportunity awaits.