Aircraft Trimmer

Description

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.

Requirements

• Grade 12 or Equivalent Essential;
• Airframe B737-800 or Aircraft Trimmer license Essential;
• Minimum 5 years' aircraft trimming experience within a commercial aviation maintenance environment Essential;
• Experience maintaining and repairing aircraft seats, cabin interiors, overhead bins, emergency equipment, and aircraft soft furnishings Essential;
• SACAA regulations;
• Aircraft Maintenance Manuals AMM, Component Maintenance Manuals CMM, and approved engineering documentation;
• Aircraft interior materials, fabrics, adhesives, upholstery techniques, and refurbishment processes;
• Aircraft emergency equipment maintenance requirements;
• Aviation quality assurance and safety management principles;
• Aircraft upholstery and trimming;
• Precision measuring, cutting, and fitting;
• Attention to detail and quality workmanship;
• Technical problem-solving;
• Planning and prioritisation;
• Communication and teamwork;
• Record keeping and maintenance documentation;
• Safety awareness and regulatory compliance.

Personal Attributes

• Professional;
• Ability to work in a team and independently;
• Integrity and values;
• Confidence;
• Proactive.