PROFLIGHT ZAMBIA

JOB VACANCY

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE PLANNER

Location: Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
Department: Engineering
Position: 01
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Reports To: Maintenance Planning Manager

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Aircraft Maintenance Planner to join our dynamic Maintenance & Engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing maintenance plans, scheduling aircraft maintenance jobs and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards. This position is crucial for optimising aircraft availability and maintaining the highest level of safety and reliability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain detailed maintenance schedules for aircraft, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Maintain accurate aircraft records using tracking management systems.
• Ensure traceability and certification compliance with all aircraft records.
• Support audits by ensuring full documentation and physical traceability.
• Coordinate and plan maintenance tasks in collaboration with maintenance teams, engineers, and other relevant stakeholders
• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented accurately and timely in compliance with regulatory and company standards.
• Review and update maintenance manuals, technical data and regulatory requirement as necessary.
• Monitor and track maintenance progress and performance metrics to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Support the Continuous Improvement Program to enhance maintenance processes and operational efficiency.
• Stay updated on latest industry trends, technologies and regulations affecting aircraft maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate or Diploma in General Maintenance Planning or related roles.
• At least 1-year experience in maintenance planning or related roles.
• Knowledge of aviation industry trends and regulations is an added advantage
• Knowledge of tracking management systems
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of working with computers

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to uphold high safety standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced aviation environment
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills
• Problem solving skills
• Attention to detail
• High level of integrity and trustworthiness

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment