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Aircraft maintenance

Lead Aircraft Mechanic - Base Heavy Maintenance

Emirates · 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Checked 29 Jul 2026No closing date published here

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VACANCY SUMMARY

What the official listing says

At Base Maintenance, our expert engineers deliver unparalleled service for all aircraft checks, from comprehensive inspections to major system repairs. We handle cabin retrofits, aircraft deliveries, and detailed inspection programs for Airbus A380, A350 and Boeing 777.
Our team excels in timely, cost-effective solutions for A & C checks, engine change, and landing gear changes, along with unscheduled maintenance and pre-service checks.
As a Lead Aircraft Mechanic you will be 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.

At Base Maintenance, our expert engineers deliver unparalleled service for all aircraft checks, from comprehensive inspections to major system repairs. We handle cabin retrofits, aircraft deliveries, and detailed inspection programs for Airbus A380, A350 and Boeing 777.
Our team excels in timely, cost-effective solutions for A & C checks, engine change, and landing gear changes, along with unscheduled maintenance and pre-service checks.
As a Lead Aircraft Mechanic you will be 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.

REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility and technical requirements

General requirements

To be considered for the role, you must have the below
Vocational/ 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.
Knowledge/Skills
Experience carrying out maintenance on aircraft in an engineering environment.
In depth knowledge of maintenance safety, human factors and general engineering practices is an essential requirement.
A complete knowledge of the airport authority 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.
Must be able to hold a valid Airport Driving Permit as required.
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