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### Aircraft Maintenance Technician

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## Purpose

Carry out all assigned inspection, repair, modification, rectification, replacement, overhaul and systems functional test tasks during aircraft maintenance for all KQ fleet/third party operators and perform certification in line with KCAA regulations/ company standard procedures at an optimized cost for the business whilst upholding high schedule integrity.

## Responsibilities

• Carry out repair, modification, rectification, replacement, overhaul, functional test tasks on aircraft systems within planned TAT and certify in line with KCAA regulations/ company standard.
 
• Carry out aircraft defect trouble shooting in accordance with maintenance manuals.
 
• Conduct aircraft inspections and predictive maintenance to determine airworthiness.
 
• Accurately complete aircraft maintenance documentation.
 
• Operate maintenance equipment trained on and authorized for use.
 
• Adhere to the company safety, health & environment policy to maintain company safety records, report incidents/accident occurrences as per company procedures to deliver quality and comply with 5S requirements.
 
• Carry out security checks as per engineering security document annex8 to maintain our security standards.
 

## Skills

• Basic Knowledge of Aviation Legislation/Regulations.
 
• Knowledge of Industrial Safety Standards.
 
• Has used the appropriate equipment, technology and/or IT systems to complete day to day work.
 
• Has knowledge of material specifications – MSDS.
 
• Communicate with internal customers to give and receive information on assigned duties
 
• Daily planning of execution of allocated tasks. 
 Tasks are allocated by supervisor
 
• Has demonstrated an understanding of Health and Safety/ risk assessments and their practical application.
 
• Be able to use appropriate maintenance data.
 
• Demonstrated basic capability in Standard practices relevant to the work area.
 
• Trouble shooting at a task level in accordance with standard operating procedures, under supervision. Escalate as required.
 
• Make decision on the requirements for allocated tasks in line with standard operating procedures.
 

## Qualifications

• Completed a recognized apprentice or
 
• Holds relevant KNEC Engineering Diploma or equivalent from a recognized institution
 
• KCSE aggregate C+ with C+ in math, English and physics
 
• Computer Literacy
 
• 3 years aircraft maintenance experience or 2 years apprentice program
 

### Kenya Airways PLC

The Pride of Africa

KQ is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances.

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact us.

### Job Overview

Organization's Name

Kenya Airways

Job Title

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Employment Type

Permanent

Division

Technical

Expiry Date

Sep 9, 2026 13:34pm

## How To Apply

If you fit the profile, then apply today. Please submit a copy your detailed Curriculum Vitae here only. The Job is based in **Kenya Airways Headquarters, Nairobi**. Only qualified applicants with the right to live & work in **Kenya Airways Headquarters, Nairobi** will be considered.

Due to the volume of applications that we receive, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. **Kenya Airways Headquarters, Nairobi**

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## Purpose

Carry out all assigned cabin aesthetics maintenance inspection tasks and repairs/ component replacements on all KQ fleet and third-party operators at optimized cost for the business whilst upholding high standards to maintain schedule integrity.

## Responsibilities

• Carrying out Cabin Laminates replacements for KQ and third-party aircrafts.
 
• Carrying carpets preparations & Installations for KQ and third-party aircrafts.
 
• Carrying out seats components fabrication and repair for KQ and third-party aircrafts.
 
• Carrying aircraft cabin kick strips, Seat track covers & thresholds Preparation and Installation.
 
• Carrying aircraft towing between Base, Ramp, and designated Engine run Taxiways.
 
• Carrying out cabin furnishing inspections during checks.
 
• Carrying out aircraft emergency equipment inspections and replacement.
 
• Facilitating aircraft weighing tasks during adhoc and heavy checks.
 
• Carrying out cabin servicing maintenance tasks.
 
• Carry out fumigation for aircraft under heavy maintenance.
 
• Operate & maintain MRO section motorized equipment as per company procedures.
 
• Adheres to published Health and Safety requirements defined in published manuals and other publications.
 
• Undertaking such other duties as may be reasonably requested by Cabin Workshop supervisor.
 

## Skills

• Technical ability and mechanical skills
 
• Analytical Thinking
 

## Qualifications

• Diploma in any engineering field/National trade test Certificate/Certificate in upholstery or equivalent from a recognized institution is added advantage.
 
• Valid driving license -Heavy Vehicle License preferred/ training on aircraft equipment operations.
 
• Computer Literacy.
 
• 2 years aircraft upholstery work environment or interior fabrics experience and able to operate equipment’s use at MRO facility.
 
• Technical ability and mechanical skills.
 

### Kenya Airways PLC

The Pride of Africa

KQ is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances.

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please contact us.

### Job Overview

Organization's Name

Kenya Airways

Job Title

Cabin Mechanic - Heavy Maintenance

Employment Type

Permanent

Division

Technical

Expiry Date

Sep 9, 2026 13:35pm

## How To Apply

If you fit the profile, then apply today. Please submit a copy your detailed Curriculum Vitae here only. The Job is based in **Kenya Airways Headquarters, Nairobi**. Only qualified applicants with the right to live & work in **Kenya Airways Headquarters, Nairobi** will be considered.

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