Aircraft Trimmer

Flysafair

Posted 15 September 2026

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Required to perform various Maintenance duties including, but not limited to: Inspect, repair, replace, and install aircraft interior trim components in accordance with approved maintenance documentation; Fit and replace upholstery, seat covers, cushions, armrests, carpets, curtains, and other aircraft soft furnishings; Install and repair approved trim materials on aircraft interior panels, overhead bins, sidewalls, ceilings, and other cabin components; Ensure all interior finishes meet company quality standards, regulatory requirements, and aircraft type specifications; Conduct cabin refurbishment activities during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance inputs; Inspect and maintain aircraft emergency equipment in accordance with approved maintenance procedures; Replace damaged fabrics, covers, restraint systems, and associated trim components where authorised; Ensure emergency equipment remains serviceable, correctly installed, and compliant with manufacturer and regulatory requirements; Maintain accurate maintenance records relating to emergency equipment repairs; Support Heavy Maintenance, Base Maintenance, and Line Maintenance activities relating to aircraft interior components; Remove and reinstall aircraft interior components to facilitate maintenance inspections and repairs; Assist maintenance teams during aircraft modifications, cabin reconfigurations, and refurbishment projects; Ensure all completed work is released in accordance with approved maintenance procedures where authorised; Perform all work in accordance with SACAA regulations, OEM maintenance manuals, engineering orders, and organisational procedures; Ensure only approved materials, fabrics, adhesives, and consumables are used during maintenance activities; Complete maintenance documentation accurately and within required timeframes; Report defects, non-conformances, and safety concerns in accordance with company procedures; Maintain aircraft cleanliness and foreign object damage (FOD) prevention standards within the work area; Ensure specialised trimming equipment remain serviceable and correctly maintained; Maintain accountability for allocated tooling and equipment; Ensure work areas remain clean, organised, and compliant with safety and housekeeping requirements; Identify material shortages and support inventory control by reporting stock requirements; Comply with Occupational Health and Safety requirements and company safety policies; Correctly wear and maintain all required PPE; Participate in safety reporting, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives; Support the development and implementation of improved trimming techniques and maintenance practices; Collaborate with Aircraft Technicians, Crew Chiefs, Production Planning, Stores, Engineering, and Quality Assurance to support aircraft maintenance activities; Support regulatory audits / inspections relating to aircraft interior maintenance activities; Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, work packs, repair records, and material usage records; Provide progress updates on refurbishment and repair activities to the relevant supervisor; Report defects, delays, safety concerns, and material shortages promptly.

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