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Workshop Technician (Aircraft Painter)

Jet Aviation AG
Full-time
On-site
RAAF Base Williamtown, New South Wales, Australia
Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.
In order to reinforce the MRO team in Singapore we are currently recruiting for a
Workshop Technician (Aircraft Painter)
As a  Aircraft Painter at Jet Aviation, you will be working as part of a dedicated maintenance team and will be responsible for successfully carrying out a variety of painting tasks on the interior and exteriors of the aircraft accordance with Jet Aviation procedures and aviation regulations. You will be operating under the Jet Aviation Part 145 approval, the Jet Aviation Health and Safety policy, customer requests and other airworthiness requirements.
Description/Tasks:

   Under direct supervision, prepares, applies, and touches up paint on aircraft fuselage. 

   Performs high quality repairs to painted surfaces of aircraft interior and exteriors in the shop and on-wing. Applies paint to surfaces using spray equipment and other manual/mechanical methods.

   Interprets material specifications to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements with a high level of quality and detail.

   Complies with and champions Safety, 5S and housekeeping. Ensures the protection of aircraft.

   Works to develop and implement process improvements that address safety, reduce cost, reduce cycle time, and man-hours.

   Utilizes the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and sign-off work.

   Assists in maintaining shop equipment.

Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualification/Experience:

   Previous experience in paint finishing processes preferred in aerospace industry preferred.

   Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift

   Ability to operate and maintain sanders, grinders, paint spray guns, platform lifts, forklifts, etc. 

   Trade school certificate or apprenticeship a plus.

   Ability to understand simple English language.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation a plus

   Ability to work / carry out maintenance tasks without constant supervision

   Ability to work under tight deadlines

   Results driven, Team Player, Self-motivated

Strong personal values corresponding with Jet Aviation values (Trust, Honesty, Alignment, Transparency)
 
If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application (cover letter, CV).