Mechanic - Base Heavy Maintenance

Job Purpose

At Emirates, we believe in connecting the world, to and through, our global hub in Dubai; and in constantly innovating to ensure our customers ‘Fly Better’. Our Product team makes this possible by creating products that are innovative, efficient and a game changer in the aviation world. Do you want to play a part in that journey and own technical products used by stakeholders and customers across the world? Join us in cosmopolitan Dubai as a Product Owner and make your mark on the aviation world by taking our products to the next level.

In this role you will assist Aircraft Technicians / Licensed Aircraft Engineers with the maintenance of EK and third party aircraft compliant to GCAA regulations.

In this role you will

• Assist senior staff in activities such as aircraft fuel handling, wheels & breaks servicing, nitrogen recharging, engine servicing etc. as required, to provide essential support for the department operational activities.

• Carry out basic support servicing and/or component replacements of EK and third-party aircraft as instructed and supervised by the Licensed Engineers.

• Inspect all equipment before use to ensure that they are fully operational and inform Supervisor on duty of any faults to the workshop for the faults to be repaired.

• Ensure tools, equipment and systems (including Ultramain) are well maintained in the relevant workplace.

• Maintain and ensure the safety of self and others by always taking safety precautions, continuously monitoring the working area and taking corrective action to keep it clean and obstruction free to avoid any accidents.

• Work in cleaning aircraft/engine parts in accordance with approved manual specifications.

• Assist during push back operation to ensure that the push back procedure is carried out efficiently and safely.

• Assist the Senior Mechanic/ Aircraft Engineer for snag rectification and component change, using special tools to make the aircraft fully operational to avoid delayed departures.

Qualification

To be considered for the role, you must meet the below requirements:

• Vocational/ National / 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 organization.Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to understand and handle hazardous chemicals and substances.
• Ability to understand/read analogue and digital measuring devices related to pressure, temperature and flow.
• Must be able to hold a valid Airport Driving Permit if required.
• Adequate knowledge in aircraft maintenance practices.
• Full awareness of safety procedures.
• Should have a sound knowledge of routine servicing ground equipment and should be able to identify unserviceability and record these to ensure immediate rectification.Total Cabin Maintenance:

• Knowledge of Paint Restoration/Artistic Painting is desirable.

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 hotels stays around the world. Find out what it’s like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers