Composite Technician

Job Purpose

The successful candidate will perform aircraft structural / composite maintenance tasks, including airframe repairs/modifications, installments/ replacements & inspections on Airline and Third-Party aircraft in accordance with approved maintenance data, regulatory requirements, and company procedures, ensuring operational safety, airworthiness, and compliance.

Key Result Responsibilities

• Prepares for and performs repair, modification, installation, and replacement of aircraft composite parts as per task cards, ensuring cost-effectiveness, feasibility, and adherence to operational and safety requirements


• Reviews task cards with the Engineer/Supervisor to confirm work scope, documentation, priorities, and safety precautions before starting work.


• Conducts inspections, repairs, and modifications to the required standards, accurately identifying, recording, and reporting defects or damage.


• Rectifies structural /composite defects & carry out installations/ replacements using approved technical data and instructions from the Engineering Department.


• Ensures proper tooling / equipment is drawn from stores to perform tasks, returning all of it in good condition following completion of work.


• Execute the assigned task cards and sign off in the Maintenance & Engineering software system in a timely manner & without errors.


• Maintains effective communication with engineers, technicians, and relevant teams to ensure smooth coordination, task continuity, and clear handover procedures.


• Enforces strict adherence to safety precautions, human factors management, and published maintenance procedures before and during task execution to protect self and others.


• Upholds high housekeeping standards and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all time


• Controls resource usage, minimizing waste of consumables, preventing repeat work, and optimizing material and repair costs


• Provides professional, proactive, and solution-oriented support to operational teams across the airline.


• Represents the company with a positive, professional technical image in interactions with internal & external parties, including third-party customers.

Qualifications (Academic, training, languages)

• Diploma or Certificate in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Structural/Airframe discipline), or equivalent technical discipline.


• Ability to perform fabrication activities


• Good understanding of aircraft composite materials, repair techniques, approved maintenance practices, and regulatory requirements


• Ability to read and interpret technical manual, maintenance task cards, and engineering instructions.


• Skilled in using equipment and standard workshop tools.


• Basic computer literacy for accessing Maintenance & Engineering software systems and documentation.


• Familiarity with inspection techniques and troubleshooting methods.


• Strong attention to detail with a focus on safety and compliance.


• Effective communication and teamwork abilities


• Ability to manage time and resources efficiently in a dynamic operational environment.


• Awareness of human factors in aircraft maintenance activities.


• Physically fit and able to work in various operational conditions (e.g., confined spaces, outdoor environments).


• Ability to work in rostered shifts based on operational requirements

Work Experience

• At least 2 years’ experience in aircraft composite repair on large commercial aircraft, preferably Airbus types


• At least 2 years’ experience in a Base Maintenance Workshop environment.