Kenya Airways opens a world of opportunity across the continent, creating sustainable
development by connecting its people and businesses within Africa and around the world.
At Kenya Airways we believe our greatest asset is our people. When you join Kenya Airways we provide you with training and all the systems and tools you require to perform. And best of all, we provide an environment that enables each and every one of our employees to achieve their full potential.
Vacancy: I RC 18628
Position: Approved Technician – Kigali
Department: Technical
Grade: 119
Role Description
Carry out inspection, repair and replacement tasks on aircraft and aircraft systems and perform certification within his/her single scope of approval in accordance with KCA A regulations and the company procedures at optimized cost for the business whilst upholding high safety standards to maintain schedule integrity
Detailed Description:
• Assess defect s on aircraft, troubleshoot, rectify and
• Certify within the single scope approval for timely release of aircraft to maintain schedule integrity
• Carry out scheduled maintenance checks and certify within the scope approval -for safe and timely release of aircraft within planned downtime for continued airworthiness.
• Identify and requisition of the required parts
• Report incidents / accident occurrences as per company procedures
• Ensure that maintenance tasks carried out within the scope approval are re-corded accurately & signed for in order to maintain correct & up to date air-craft history /data
• Adhere to the company safety, health and environmental policy.
B. Minimum Job Requirements
• Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline and an approved Apprenticeship program or
• Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline and at least three years (3) working experience in aircraft maintenance
• Either single WM plus approval on at least one aircraft type or a transit approval on at least two a/c types
• At least two years (2) working experience as a technician
• In-depth knowledge on aircraft systems
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Knowledgeable on KCAA regulations
• Knowledgeable on Kenya airways procedures
• Human factors knowledge
Behavioral Competencies
• Strong team player
• Proactive
• Work under time pressure to maintain flight schedules
• Have proven integrity, transparency and accountability
• Ability to handle multiple tasks without compromising quality
• Ability to work independently in hostile environment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Safety conscious
How to apply:
Interested applicants can log on to Kenya Airways website and apply online www.kenya-airways or submit their application letters along with detailed CV´s indicating three referees notified copies of academic and professional certificates to the Kenya Airways office Union Trade Center building Ground floor not later than 03rd September 2012
Kindly address the applications to:
The Country Manager
Kenya Airways P.O. Box 6969 KAMPALA