Engineering Technician - Aviation Training Systems

Purpose of the Role

Provide technical support and associated services to clients in line with internal and external regulations, rules, directives and procedures. Coordinate student engagement and the efficient use of aviation training platforms.

Duties and Responsibilities

Acquisition

• Ensure adequate components, equipment and systems are acquired from approved suppliers according to client specifications and quality procedures.
• Ensure deliveries meet agreed dates and provide the best cost, quality and delivery option within budget.
• Provide input for budget compilation, expenditure and monitoring.

Custody

• Ensure engineering components, equipment and systems are registered and safely secured.
• Issue test equipment according to quality procedures.

Maintenance and Client Service

• Ensure technical components, training equipment and systems are maintained and available for training, with at least 90% availability.
• Ensure classroom and simulator components, equipment and systems support the training schedule and are maintained within budget.
• Prioritise and multitask end-user support and restore training systems during the daily schedule.
• Respond to client requests promptly and professionally while complying with quality and occupational-health-and-safety practices.
• Evaluate and continuously improve client services.

Disposal

• Dispose of equipment and assets according to financial directives.
• Comply with occupational-health, environmental-management and safety requirements for disposal activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• National Diploma in Electronic Engineering granting admission to the Engineering Council of South Africa as an Engineering Technician or Technologist.
• At least three years' experience operating, maintaining and supporting simulators or systems involving computer networking, programming and hardware.
• Graphic-design knowledge and experience is desirable.
• Ability to function effectively in a self-directed team.
• Interest in information technology and training simulation.
• Hard-working, assertive self-starter with excellent communication.
• Good interpersonal skills and command of English.
• Strategic, analytical and tactical skills.
• Learner Management System experience.
• Experience in a PFMA-regulated environment.