Lead Aircraft Mechanic - Mumbai

Location: Mumbai, India

##### Job Purpose

The Lead Aircraft is responsible for carrying out maintenance tasks on Emirates and third party aircraft components in accordance with laid down procedures and regulations. The Lead Aircraft Mechanic will work as part of a team under the direction and guidance of the assigned Licensed Engineer within the trade disciplines for which they have been trained.

**Job Outline:**

• To carry out routine servicing tasks as required in accordance with component maintenance manual procedures, observing all safety procedures and manufacturers/company regulations.
• To complete any component replacement and other maintenance activities as directed by immediate supervisor. This will include the ability to obtain and understand Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), Illustrated Parts catalogue (IPC) or other approved documentation required to carry out this task.
• To effectively use any specialised tooling or test equipment that may be required as part of the checking, testing, replacement or servicing of a system or component. The ability to understand the need for such equipment as referenced in the component manufacturer?s manuals is essential.
• A complete knowledge of the airport authority?s regulations regarding Airside Driving and aircraft movements may be a requirement depending on the work discipline. This will include the safe movement around aircraft on the ramp/in base including an understanding of all signs and road markings of working in such an environment if required in this area of operation.
• The ability to communicate at various levels and to liaise with other areas over technical issues in order that all relevant parties are aware of the aircrafts serviceability status.
• An understanding of the company documentation is essential where it is required that mechanics sign for tasks action on routine documentation.
• To ensure the maintenance of tools, equipment and systems (including ultramain) in the relevant work place.
• Maintain and ensure the safety of self and others by taking safety precautions at all times, continuously monitoring the working area and taking corrective action to keep it clean and obstruction free to avoid any accidents.

Position is based in Mumbai , India

Knowledge/skills:

An in depth knowledge of maintenance safety, human factors and general engineering practices is an essential requirement.

Must be able to hold a valid Airport Driving Permit as required.

Safety Sensitive role- Yes

Details of Safety Sensitive role

Working at height Yes

Exposure to hazardous energy systems Yes

Heavy lifting Yes

Working in areas with motorised mobile equipment Yes

Work in confined spaces Yes

Contact with contaminations materials (Humans/Animals/Chemicals)Yes

Contact with dangerous good Yes

Work in an extremely noisy environment Yes

Work in heat Yes

Working with pressurised substances Yes

Exposure to fixed protruding sharp objects Yes

Exposure to contact with moving/falling objects Yes

Airport driving permit Yes

Other ( please specify)

##### Qualification

**Qualifications & Experience:**

National / Higher National Diploma (12+2 or equivalent) or Apprenticeship in Mechanical, Electronic, Avionics or Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent training with a reputable airline or an approved maintenance organisation.

Experience carrying out maintenance on aircraft in an engineering environment.

Must have the right to live and work in India

##### Salary & benefits

Competitive salary