Engineering Technician: Aviation Training Academy

Listing reference: atns_000960
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 25 September 2026
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: Engineering Consultants
Location: Bedfordview
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
Introduction
Applications are invited for the position of Engineering Technician (Grade 9) based at ATNS Aviation Training Academy. The successful applicant will be reporting to the Manager: Training Support and Administration. Purpose To provide technical support and associated services to clients, in accordance with laid down internal and external regulations, rules, directives and procedures. Deliver and coordinate all activities related to student engagement and efficient utilisation of ATA training platforms.
Job description

Acquisition: Oversee and ensure that adequate components, equipment, and systems are acquired from approved suppliers according to client’s specifications and QMS procedures, delivered by agreed dates with the best cost/quality/delivery option within the approved budget. Provide inputs to assist with budget compilation, expenditure and monitoring

Custody: Ensure all engineering components, equipment & systems are registered and safely secured. Issue test equipment in accordance with QMS procedures.

Maintenance and Client Service: Ensure that technical components, training equipment and systems are maintained and available for training purposes according to service level agreements of at least 90% availability. Ensure that adequate classroom and simulator components, equipment and systems are available to effectively address the training schedule and maintained according to maintenance schedules and within budget. Prioritise and multitask end-user support and restoring training systems during daily schedule. Ensure that client requests are complied with in a timeous and professional manner, whilst complying with QMS and OHAS practices. Evaluate and continuously improve client services provided by the department.

Disposal: Disposal of equipment and other ATA assets according to Financial Directives. Comply with all OHAS, EMS and safety requirements applicable to disposal activities.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

·       National diploma qualification in Electronic Engineering (M 3) granting admission to the Engineering Council of SA as an Engineering Technician or Technologists

·   Minimum 3 years’ experience in the operation, maintenance and support of simulators and/or systems that include computer networking, computer programming and computer hardware

Desirable additional work experience and personal attributes

·       Graphic design knowledge and experience.

·       Ability to function effectively within a self-directed team environment. Keen interest in information technology and training simulation.

·       Hard working, assertive self-starter with excellent communication

·       Good interpersonal skills and good command of English language

·       Strategic, analytical and tactical skills

·       Learner Management System (LMS) experience

·       Experience working in a PFMA regulated environment

 

Interested applicants are requested to register their CV’s and apply on https://atns.ci.hr/ by no later than 25 September 2026.

 

If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

 

ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups, as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998, are encouraged to apply.

 

 

    People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Minimum requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

·       National diploma qualification in Electronic Engineering (M 3) granting admission to the Engineering Council of SA as an Engineering Technician or Technologists

·   Minimum 3 years’ experience in the operation, maintenance and support of simulators and/or systems that include computer networking, computer programming and computer hardware

Desirable additional work experience and personal attributes

·       Graphic design knowledge and experience.

·       Ability to function effectively within a self-directed team environment. Keen interest in information technology and training simulation.

·       Hard working, assertive self-starter with excellent communication

·       Good interpersonal skills and good command of English language

·       Strategic, analytical and tactical skills

·       Learner Management System (LMS) experience

·       Experience working in a PFMA regulated environment

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